Clare Ryan currently serves as VP of Content and Product Strategy at Evanta, a Gartner Company, where responsibilities include transitioning events to a virtual format in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and developing competitive virtual product offerings. With extensive experience in event management, Clare previously held senior roles at various companies, including VP of Events at Newsweek and Gigaom, and CEO of Structure Events, where collaborative efforts led to the production of world-class events. Clare contributed to the growth of multiple organizations and has been pivotal in content creation and team development. Involvement with TEDxPortland as a core team member highlights a commitment to impactful storytelling and community engagement. Educational background includes a B.A. in History of Art from the University of California, Berkeley.