PLANO (July 1, 2026) – Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, has named Jonathon Travis (JT) as President, Global Technology, focused on unifying the Firm's technology, software, and artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives to accelerate innovation and drive business outcomes across the organization.
In his new role, JT will lead Ryan's global technology strategy and execution, overseeing efforts to modernize how the Firm builds, deploys, and scales technology solutions. He will work across the organization to ensure technology and AI capabilities directly support business objectives, enhance client service delivery, and empower team members with innovative tools and resources.
"Technology and AI will play a defining role in Ryan's future," said G. Brint Ryan, Chairman and CEO of Ryan. “JT brings a rare combination of business acumen, technology expertise, and leadership. His vision will support our next phase of growth and further strengthen Ryan’s position as the dominant global firm in tax.”
As President of Global Technology, JT will lead a unified approach, designed to foster alignment across software development, infrastructure, data, and AI initiatives. His focus will include advancing solutions tailored to the unique needs of Ryan's practice areas and clients while driving faster, more effective delivery of technology across the Firm.
"Ryan has the best people and the right structure to lead in technology and AI," said Jonathon Travis. "That combination of culture, agility, and deep domain expertise is rare, and it positions us to achieve things no other firm can. We have an opportunity to redefine the standards of tax consulting, and I believe the years ahead will be extraordinary.”
JT joined Ryan following the Firm's acquisition of EnerTax in 2015. Since, he has played a key role in advancing technology-enabled solutions and supporting Ryan's continued growth and innovation. Throughout his career, he has championed a leadership philosophy centered on excellence, accountability, and creating opportunities for individuals to reach their full potential. Under JT's leadership, Ryan will continue accelerating the technology capabilities that support clients and team members worldwide.
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About Ryan
Ryan, an award-winning global tax services and software provider, is the largest Firm in the world dedicated exclusively to business taxes. With global headquarters in Plano, Texas, the Firm provides an integrated suite of federal, state, local, and international tax services on a multijurisdictional basis, including tax recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance, and technology services. Empowered by the dynamic myRyan work environment, which is widely recognized as the most innovative in the tax services industry, Ryan’s multidisciplinary team of more than 7,100 professionals and associates serves over 74,000 clients in more than 80 countries, including many of the world’s most prominent Global 5000 companies. More information about Ryan can be found at ryan.com.
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