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GROWTH & IMPACT WEEK SPEAKER LINEUP

 The speakers at Growth and Impact Week are award-winning advisors, operators, and thought leaders who don’t just understand growth and impact, they execute it. Each speaker has been selected for their ability to translate methodology into real-world implementation, sharing how they’ve built in-demand practices through intentional, ROI-driven relationships with business owners. Expect candid perspectives, practical frameworks, and honest discussion around what works in today’s market,  from client selection and trust-building to accountability, culture, and value creation. This is not a stage of theorists; it’s a room of practitioners committed to helping you apply what you learn and accelerate results in your firm. 

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Ryan Walker

CEPA, CFP®

Ryan Walker is a financial professional with a wealth of experience in guiding clients through complex financial landscapes. He began his career in the financial services industry during the bear market of 2008, helping investors navigate a...

ABOUT RYAN

Ryan Walker is a financial professional with a wealth of experience in guiding clients through complex financial landscapes. He began his career in the financial services industry during the bear market of 2008, helping investors navigate a challenging economic environment. Before joining SAM, he served as an Associate Financial Planner and spent approximately eight years with a large Registered Investment Advisor, where he played a key role in developing personalized financial strategies that helped clients achieve their financial and retirement goals.


Ryan graduated from Bridgewater State University with a bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, concentrating in Finance. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) professional and a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), he is uniquely qualified to support business owners navigate their transition plans.


Originally from the Boston area, Ryan has called the West Coast home since 2013 and lives in SW Washington State. In his free time, he enjoys hiking in the gorge, boating along the Columbia River, and exploring diverse cuisines and cultures around the world.