Ryan Z. is an experienced investment professional currently serving as a General Partner and Head of Business Development at Edison Partners since May 2003, where Ryan has developed the in-house sourcing, marketing, and research team responsible for most of the firm's new investments. In addition to this role, Ryan is an investor and Board Member at TripleLift, where Ryan plays a key role in a technology platform focused on innovating ad placement. Ryan has been involved with several other companies in board capacities, including Seismos and 120Water, and has previously contributed as a lead investor at Emplify and Jornaya, both of which have seen successful acquisitions. Ryan holds a dual degree in Business and Biology from Bucknell University, completed in 2000.