Aidan M. Ryan

Aidan M. Ryan, APR, is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in crisis and issues management. Currently serving as SVP and Head of Issues + Crisis at WE Communications since April 2024, Aidan oversees crisis management across North America. In addition, Aidan founded and manages Carrowduff Arts, a multidisciplinary arts advisory and production company, and co-founded Foundlings Press, an independent publishing entity. Previous roles include Senior Vice President at Edelman, where Aidan specialized in litigation communications and crisis management, and Crisis and Litigation Communications Practice Leader at Goldberg Segalla. Aidan's career also encompasses roles in content marketing and media relations, and Aidan has taught courses at Canisius College. Aidan holds a Master’s degree in United States Literature from The University of Edinburgh and a Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing from Canisius University.