Plano-based Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, has announced that Scott Wilson has joined the firm as senior vice president and chief transformation and strategy officer (CTSO). Wilson brings more than two decades of strategic leadership expertise with a proven track record of developing and executing opportunities from boardrooms to front lines that grow businesses, cultivate innovation, and instill accountability, the company said.
Ginny B. Kissling, Ryan’s COO and president, Americas, said that Wilson’s “deep expertise in business strategy and operations will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and grow our firm, while staying competitive in the continuously evolving tax and technology industry.”
Launched his career at McKinsey
Prior to joining Ryan, Wilson served as the chief underwriting and investment officer at a financial services and technology company. Focused on the creation of a cutting-edge, technology-enabled business unit, Wilson introduced digital processes that cut transaction times “from months to days while delivering returns well above expectations,” Ryan said. Previously, he led strategy for a multinational alternative asset investment firm, while leading a $1 billion private equity portfolio.
WIlson also served on the boards of more than a half-dozen companies, Ryan noted. He launched his career at McKinsey & Company where he advised Fortune 500 clients on growth and operational excellence.
“I’m honored to join Ryan and excited to contribute to the Firm’s ambitious vision for growth and innovation,” Wilson said in a statement. “I look forward to leveraging my experience to drive transformative initiatives, enhance operational excellence, and unlock new opportunities that will strengthen Ryan’s market leadership. Together, we’ll continue to build on the firm’s strong foundation and deliver exceptional value to our clients around the world.”
Wilson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in management, graduating summa cum laude, and a Master of Business degree in management, graduating with honors, both from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
He’ll be based at Ryan’s headquarters in Plano, and will report to Kissling.
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