Ryan Block

Ryan Block serves as a Partner and Managing Director at Creative Planning since October 2023, specializing in comprehensive wealth management services including investment management, financial planning, and estate planning. Prior experience includes over 15 years at Mesirow Financial as a Managing Director, where Ryan Block provided retirement plan consulting and developed strategies for affluent clients. Early career roles included Senior Financial Analyst at Ygomi LLC, where cash management and financial forecasting were key responsibilities, and Financial Analyst at JPMorgan Chase, responsible for large budgets and productivity initiatives. Educational qualifications include an M.B.A. from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Finance from the University of Illinois. Additionally, Ryan Block holds an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) designation.