George Ryan

George Ryan is an accomplished professional currently serving as Head of Operations at Sift, where responsibilities include developing scalable operational systems and processes for a remote team in the tennis ecosystem. Ryan also holds the position of Chief Operations Officer at Youth Beyond Borders, focusing on operational excellence and strategic growth for young people in the UK, while additionally serving as an Advisory Board Member for the organization. Ryan provides strategic and project management support at VGC, acts as a Strategic Advisor for This Fan Girl, and serves as a Trustee for the London Playing Fields Foundation. As Chairman of the BPR Foundation, Ryan has contributed to fostering football community engagement in South London. Additionally, Ryan has a long-standing role as a judge for The Webby Awards and The Lovie Awards and has experience as a Strategy Consultant for Science Magic Studios. Previously, Ryan held senior positions at COPA90, spearheading its evolution into a leading media company, and led key accounts at Dare. Educational credentials include a master's degree in History from The University of Edinburgh.