Ryan M. Smith

Ryan M. Smith currently serves as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mount Union, teaching Engineering Kinematics and Dynamics. Smith has held various leadership roles, including Director of Site Operations at The Lubrizol Corporation, where oversight included multi-site P&L accountability and site services operations. Prior positions include Vice President Operations at RPM International Inc. and Plant Manager at Saint-Gobain Crystals and Mactac North America, where a focus on operational efficiency and achieving EBITDA targets was paramount. Smith's early career at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company involved significant roles in supply chain management, engineering, and manufacturing, contributing to financial analysis and performance improvements across multiple sites. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, complemented by business education from the University of Michigan.