Ryan became a Partner in the business in 2024 having previously served as the company’s Sales Director. He oversees the businesses day-to-day sales activity, client management and strategic execution to support its overall growth and efficiency.

Ryan has a financial background as an FCA-approved Portfolio Trader in Global Equities. His strong background in finance and in-depth knowledge of the whisky industry has contributed to the development, success and growth of the business since he joined The 1901 Group.

He is CISI Level 2 qualified and also holds certifications from the Edinburgh Whisky Academy (EWA) and the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET). Ryan’s combination of regulated industry knowledge and investment experience has made him a recognised expert in the field.