Ryan A Ranta

About Ryan A Ranta

I lead enterprise AI and analytics transformations that turn complex, fragmented operations into measurable financial outcomes at scale.As Director of Advanced Analytics at AT & T, I operate at the intersection of data, strategy, and execution—building AI-enabled operating systems that drive capital efficiency, network transformation, and multi-year cost optimization across the business.I was brought in to solve enterprise data challenges—without a traditional analytics background—and rapidly built production-grade capabilities from the ground up. Within 2.5 months, I taught myself SQL, Python, and BI tools and launched the first enterprise reporting framework of its kind within AT & T Business. That foundation now supports critical decision-making across executive leadership.Under my leadership, AI and analytics initiatives have delivered over $1B in cumulative impact, including large-scale cost efficiencies, predictive churn mitigation, and advanced financial optimization models embedded directly into business workflows.I specialize in scaling AI in complex, regulated environments—leading cross-functional teams across Finance, Product, Supply Chain, and Technology to operationalize machine learning and LLM capabilities where they directly influence outcomes.My leadership philosophy is simple: hire for curiosity and aptitude, not just experience—and build teams that can solve problems that don’t come with instructions.MBA. Two-time AT & T Visionary Award recipient.

Experience

1. Director of Advanced Analytics

   AT&T

   Oct 2020 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   Built and scaled enterprise AI and analytics capabilities, delivering $1B+ in cumulative cost savings and revenue impact • Architected and deployed AI-driven decision systems supporting capital allocation, network transformation, and operational efficiency across AT & T Business • Rapidly developed internal analytics capabilities (SQL, Python, BI) and launched enterprise reporting infrastructure in 2.5 months—now foundational to executive decision-making • Led cross-functional teams across Finance, Product, Supply Chain, and Technology to embed AI into core business workflows • Spearheaded transition from legacy reporting to automated, scalable intelligence platforms enabling real-time insights and strategic planning • Recognized with AT & T Visionary Awards (2021, 2022) for leadership in digital and analytics transformation

Education

• Colorado State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• St. Cloud State University

  Bachelor of Science, Marketing

  2005 — 2010

Skills

• Project Management
• Virtualization
• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Customer Satisfaction
• Training
• B2b
• Selling
• Crm
• Direct Sales
• Automation
• Cold Calling
• Six Sigma
• Channel
• Telecommunications
• Sales Management
• Channel Partners
• Leadership
• Software
• Business Development
• Account Management
• Marketing
• Sales
• Networking
• Cloud Computing
• Marketing Strategy
• Management
• Sales Process
• Strategic Consulting