Ryan Cook

About Ryan Cook

As a Business Development Executive at Autodesk, I specialize in understanding customer needs and providing tailored consulting services to drive their success. With over 29 years of experience in design technology and construction, I excel at simplifying complex concepts and developing innovative solutions. My role involves meeting with clients to assess their requirements, scoping consulting projects, and ensuring cost-effective, impactful outcomes. Leveraging my extensive background in BIM and construction technologies, I am committed to fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional value to our clients. My career journey began at a small architecture firm at age 17, progressed to a CAD manager for a home builder while attending college, and eventually led me to roles as a superintendent and project manager. These experiences have equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of both design and construction, enabling me to develop creative solutions and help others execute them effectively. At Autodesk, I have collaborated with numerous owners, contractors, and national design firms to enhance their business and technological processes. I am known for my effective communication, charismatic leadership, and ability to inspire and motivate teams. My entrepreneurial ventures, including founding and growing two successful companies, have honed my skills in strategic thinking, process improvement, and business development. As I continue to advance in my career, I remain dedicated to driving growth and innovation, ensuring that my clients achieve their goals and realize the full potential of their projects.

Experience

1. Business Development Executive

   Autodesk

   Nov 2024 — Present · UT, US

Education

• BYU

  Bachelor Of Science

  2002 — 2005

• Utah Valley University

  Associate's degree

  2000 — 2002

Skills

• Submittals
• Business Strategy
• Microsoft Office
• Construction
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (Leed)
• Cpm Scheduling
• Customer Service
• Budgets
• Mep
• Cycling
• Bim
• Navisworks
• Autocad
• Contract Negotiation
• Project Estimation
• Process Scheduler
• Green Building
• Entrepreneurship
• Pre-Construction
• Business Development
• Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Leed
• Social Media Marketing
• Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (Mep)
• Building Information Modeling (Bim)
• Marketing
• Residential Homes
• Project Management
• Construction Management