Wesley Ryan

About Wesley Ryan

PMP-certified quality and engineering leader with over 24 years of progressive experience in project management, new model development, and quality systems for major OEMs. I thrive on building strong teams, solving complex problems, and launching high-stakes programs under tight timelines and budgets.My background spans customer and production quality, new model quality, project engineering, and purchasing—managing cross-functional teams and driving improvements across departments. I specialize in APQP, PPAP, 8D, 5 Why, FTA, root cause analysis, and corrective action systems, with a track record of reducing customer complaints, improving internal rejection rates, and optimizing launch procedures.Currently, I lead quality teams at Nifco America, managing quality engineers, technicians, and customer support for new and existing automotive programs. I’ve spearheaded initiatives that cut customer complaints, improved inspection systems, and introduced innovative tracking databases now used plant-wide.Outside of work, I’m driven by a passion for continuous improvement, data-driven systems, and building strong client relationships to ensure success from launch through mass production.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Columbus Str, Llc

   Aug 2025 — Present · Gahanna, OH, US

Education

• Bowling Green State University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering

• Bowling Green State University

  Bachelor of Science in Technology, Mechanical Design

  1995 — 1999