An internationally recognized media consultant with extensive expertise in public relations, trial publicity, crisis and image management.

Chris Ryan brings a wealth of knowledge, street smarts and instincts to the table for each of his clients.

He has literally been working with the media since age 10 when he had a speaking role in a commercial for a U.S. congressman. By age 15 he had talked his way into a summer job as a personal assistant to the star of an NBC television series.

Mr. Ryan's professional career includes work in community relations at a major metropolitan police department, juvenile court traffic hearing officer , chairman of a high-profile political campaign, management of several radio and television personalities, producer of numerous concerts and events, etc.

In 1990 he founded Ryan & Assoc. Public Relations with the idea of 'Unconventional PR.' He wanted to share his vast experience with clients who might not normally have access to a public relations practitioner. Mr. Ryan often shares his talents with individuals who are facing a personal or family crisis. In addition he has tirelessly raised money and drawn attention to stories and cases that touch peoples lives.

His diverse list of satisfied clients include small and large companies, entrepreneurs, authors, attorneys, radio and TV personalities, celebrities, politicians, public speakers and multi-national corporations.

As a guest commentator Chris Ryan is often called upon to share his expertise with media outlets around the world. He has been a commentator on the ABC World News Tonight with Peter Jennings, FOX News Channel with Bill O'Reilly, Court TV with Nancy Grace, and MSNBC with John Gibson.

Ryan has been interviewed by the Associated Press, Boston Globe, New York Post, Arizona Republic, San Diego Union, Philadelphia Daily News, and Detroit News in the United States. Requests for his opinions also come from media outlets around the world such as ABC Australia and the Toronto Sun as well as media outlets in South Africa, England and New Zealand.