Ryan Porter has a diverse work experience, with their most recent role being the Chief Operating Officer at Jackson Energy Authority since February 2023. Prior to that, they served as the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel at Jackson Chamber from September 2011 to February 2023. Before transitioning to the chamber, Ryan worked as an Attorney at Pentecost & Glenn, PLLC from January 2009 to September 2011. Ryan started their career as a Police Officer at the City of Jackson Police Department, where they served from January 1998 to December 2001. Ryan also held the position of Director of Safety and Security at Jackson Energy Authority from January 2002 to January 2009.
Ryan Porter attended Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) from 1993 to 1997, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Sociology. Ryan then went on to study at Nashville School of Law, where they obtained a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
February, 2023 - present
January, 2002