Ryan Baune

Ryan Baune is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in the restaurant industry. They served as Vice President of Technology for Taco John's International, Inc. and currently hold the position of Vice President of Technology at Winmark – the Resale Company. Previously, Ryan was a Vice President of Restaurant Technology at Inspire Brands, where they played a pivotal role in the strategy for over 1,300 Buffalo Wild Wings locations, managing significant technology budgets and fostering vendor relationships. Ryan began their career as a Systems Analyst and Operations Systems Coordinator at RTM Restaurant Group, later advancing to Director of Retail Technology at Dairy Queen, where they managed large-scale technology projects and supported franchise operations. They earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Computer Information Systems from St. Cloud State University.