Steve Ryan

Steve Ryan is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in corporate sponsorship sales and business development. Currently, as CEO and Founder of Ryan Sports & Entertainment, LLC, since October 2024, Steve specializes in corporate sponsorship sales strategy and execution. Board involvement with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley since 2010 includes governance and fundraising, earning the Grant Woods Children’s Champion Award for exemplary service. Previously, as Senior Vice President of Business Development for the Arizona Cardinals Football Club from April 2004 to March 2024, Steve led revenue generation efforts and secured multiple high-profile naming rights partnerships. Earlier roles include Director of Corporate Sales for the Philadelphia Eagles and Director of Marketing & Media Relations for the PGA TOUR, complemented by marketing and fundraising efforts at Special Olympics. Steve holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Duke University and a Master’s Degree in Sports Administration from Temple University.

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