Ryan S.

About Ryan S.

I lead people and operations in environments where standards matter and excuses don’t work. My background spans military leadership and civilian operations, and I’ve spent the last decade being trusted early with responsibility because I bring structure, clarity, and follow-through to complex situations.In the military, I advanced quickly into senior leadership roles and learned how to manage teams under pressure, set clear expectations, and hold people accountable without losing them. In the civilian world, I apply the same mindset to operations and program management, building workflows, improving handoffs, and making sure teams can execute cleanly in compliance-driven environments.I’m at my best when I’m aligning people, processes, and priorities so work gets done right the first time. I value discipline, direct communication, and ownership, and I take pride in creating environments where teams know what’s expected of them and have the structure to succeed.

Experience

1. Senior Drill Instructor - 3rd Battalion, 485th Regiment

   United States Army Reserve

   Aug 2025 — Present · Concord, NC, US

   Initial Entry Training Leadership• Serve as Senior Drill Sergeant responsible for enforcing standards, discipline, and accountability during Initial Entry Training (IET)• Set the tone for military bearing, professionalism, and adherence to Army values across all training environments Soldier Development & Discipline• Lead, mentor, and evaluate Drill Sergeants and trainees in physical readiness, mental resilience, and foundational soldier skills• Instill confidence, adaptability, and composure under pressure in new Soldiers transitioning to operational units Training Oversight & Execution• Oversee daily training operations, ensuring safe, effective, and regulation-compliant execution of POI requirements• Enforce risk management practices and corrective training standards to maintain high performance and safety Leadership & Accountability• Act as senior enlisted presence on the drill floor, reinforcing consistency in leadership approach and corrective action• Maintain accountability of personnel, equipment, and training timelines in a high-tempo environment Professional Development Path• Selected for Drill Sergeant duty based on leadership performance and operational experience• Scheduled to attend Drill Sergeant Academy (DSA) in September 2026, continuing formal qualification and certification

Education

• Saint John Vianney High School

  High School Diploma

• West Chester University of Pennsylvania

  Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Graphic Design

  2009 — 2014