Ryan Close

Ryan Close is an experienced professional with a diverse background in account management, brand management, and project oversight across various industries. Currently serving as Senior National Account Manager at Ferrero since November 2021, Ryan builds revenue through relationships with major eCommerce platforms such as Amazon and GoPuff. Previously, roles at Amazon included Senior Vendor Manager for Toys and Games, overseeing a multi-million dollar category. Ryan's earlier experience spans brand management positions at Clasen Quality Chocolate, project supervision for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, and project management in the United States Air Force, demonstrating a strong capability in driving project success and stakeholder engagement. Educational credentials include an MBA from the Wisconsin School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Northridge.