R. Ryan Kunkel

R. Ryan Kunkel has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. R. Ryan started their career as a Sales & Operations Manager at Software of the Month Club from 1997 to 2002. R. Ryan then joined Harte Hanks Direct Marketing as the Director of Data Acquisition, where they led a team of over 250 people across multiple countries and established partnerships with data providers. From 2014 to 2016, Kunkel worked at HG Insights as the Director of Global Data Acquisition, focusing on relationship building and global insights development. R. Ryan also served as the VP of Global Data Operations at HG Insights from 2016 to 2022, responsible for scaling and optimizing data sourcing, compliance operations, and customer experience. Currently, Kunkel is the VP of Global Data Operations at Rhetorik, where they continue to enhance efficiency and customer experience.

R. Ryan Kunkel is currently pursuing an Associate of Arts degree in International Business at Santa Barbara City College, which they are expected to complete in 2023. R. Ryan has also obtained several additional certifications, including one in International Business from Santa Barbara City College in May 2021. Additionally, they hold certifications in GDPR Compliance: Essential Training from LinkedIn, obtained in April 2018, and a CA Real Estate Salesperson License from the CA Department of Real Estate, obtained in March 2007.