Lee A. Spirer, President and CEO of CIBT Global, Named to Ryan’s Board of Managers
Press Release
DALLAS (July 20, 2020) – Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, announced that Lee A. Spirer has been named to the Ryan Board of Managers. Mr. Spirer brings additional strategic perspective to the board, with extensive experience driving change, digitizing businesses, and creating superior return on investment. He has worked with a wide range of investors and boards in professional and data/technology-enabled business services. Mr. Spirer becomes the tenth member of the Ryan Board of Managers and the sixth executive from outside the Firm.
Mr. Spirer is President and CEO of CIBT Global, a portfolio company of Kohlberg & Company, the leading global provider of mobility services, including visa, passport, and immigration documentation. He most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Growth and Transformation Officer for Navigant, having previously serviced as Chief Operating Officer, where he rebalanced the firm’s portfolio through organic growth, acquisitions and divestitures, digital transformation, and global sourcing. He also regularly lectures at Brandeis University’s International Business School on topics of corporate strategy, combinations, and transformation.
“The extensive experience Lee has in professional and technology business services will strengthen our board and add additional expertise in further digitizing our business,” said Ryan Chairman and CEO G. Brint Ryan. “We look forward to adding Lee to an exceptional group of leaders with a broad range of experience on our Board of Managers. He provides another qualified voice to help drive the successful execution of Ryan’s global growth strategy.”
“What stood out to me was Ryan’s strategic approach to tax services and innovative tax solutions,” said Mr. Spirer. “I’m excited to work with a talented team of executives and look forward to contributing to their future success.”
Mr. Spirer holds a Master of Business Administration, Finance and Strategic Planning degree from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He also received a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Brandeis University.
About Ryan
Ryan, an award-winning global tax services and software provider, is the largest Firm in the world dedicated exclusively to business taxes. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the Firm combines deep tax expertise with practitioner-built technology and comprehensive consulting, compliance, and advocacy capabilities. Supported by the acclaimed myRyan work environment, more than 7,600 team members are empowered to deliver exceptional results for more than 87,000 clients in over 80 countries, including many of the world’s most prominent Global 5000 companies. Driven by a commitment to client advocacy, Ryan helps businesses pay only what they owe, freeing capital to invest, grow, and thrive. More information about Ryan can be found at ryan.com.
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