RYAN S. HOWARD, Ph.D.
Faith. Business.
Leadership. Culture.
Author, speaker, podcast host and business advisor working at the intersection of biblical faith, leadership, culture and the marketplace.
20 years in global business • 200+ companies • 22 countries • $100M+ negotiated • Host of Cutting Edge Faith
Three Ways to Explore Ryan’s Work
“Faith shapes all my work — what I teach, what I build, and how I lead.”
Media & Writing
Cutting Edge Faith • YouTube • Books • Articles
Conversations and writing on biblical truth, culture, leadership and living with conviction.
Speaking & Teaching
Churches • Conferences • Business • Podcasts • Classrooms
Clear, practical teaching for churches, leaders, businesses and audiences navigating faith, leadership, culture and change.
Business & Advisory
Operations • Supply Chain • Procurement • AI • Value Creation
Helping leaders fix broken systems, improve execution and create measurable results.
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Helping you see what others miss—in Scripture, current events, culture, and everyday life. Discover what matters, why it matters, and how to follow Jesus with clarity, conviction, and boldness in every area of life.
About the Host: Dr. Ryan S. Howard is a husband, father, Bible teacher, and author. Twenty years working with 200+ companies across 22 countries, studying the Bible, and a run for political office all shape how he reads Scripture, culture, and current events.
ABOUT RYAN
Engineer. Operator. Author. Teacher.
Biblical conviction and real-world experience belong together.
Ryan S. Howard, Ph.D., brings together nearly two decades of global business experience with a lifelong commitment to biblical faith, leadership, teaching and media.
During more than 16 years at John Deere, he worked across manufacturing, operations, procurement, supply chain and strategic business initiatives—helping organizations solve complex problems, strengthen performance and develop leaders.
His experience spans more than 200 companies across 22 countries, including over $100 million negotiated, more than $10 million in implemented savings and leadership responsibility for over 130 people.
Ryan holds an MBA and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies. He is also an author, speaker and host of Cutting Edge Faith, where he explores the intersection of biblical truth, culture, leadership and everyday life. He has been featured in The Outlier documentary and appeared as a guest on top 1% business and Christian podcasts.
Ryan lives in the Orlando, Florida area with his wife, Bruna, and their son, John. The family also spends time in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, which they consider a second home.
200+
Companies
22
Countries
$100M+
Negotiated
$10M+
Savings Implemented
360+
Podcast Episodes
195
Countries Reached
SPEAKING & TEACHING
Bring Ryan to Your Audience
From churches and conferences to business events and leadership workshops, Ryan brings together biblical conviction, real-world experience and practical insights to challenge, equip and inspire audiences.
Featured in The Outlier Documentary • Guest on Top 1% Business & Christian Podcasts • Host of Cutting Edge Faith
Faith & Culture
Navigating today’s world with biblical truth and conviction.
Leadership & the Marketplace
Leading with clarity, integrity and purpose.
Business & Operational Excellence
Strengthening organizations, developing leaders and improving performance.
AI & the Future of Work
Helping leaders understand the opportunities and challenges of AI and automation.
BUSINESS & ADVISORY
Find the Leak.
Fix the System.
Fuel the Growth.
Through Ascender Partners, Ryan helps manufacturers, business owners, executives and private equity portfolio companies identify and solve operational, supply chain and commercial problems.
Drawing on nearly two decades of Fortune 100 manufacturing and operating experience, he brings practical expertise in diagnosing business problems, strengthening processes, improving execution and developing leaders—then applies AI and automation where there is a clear, measurable return.
Operations & Process Improvement
Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Supply Chain & Supplier Development
AI & Workflow Automation
Operational Due Diligence
Value Creation & Execution
Books & Writing
Writing on biblical faith, culture, leadership and living with conviction—ideas meant to be understood, applied and lived.
PUBLISHED BOOK
21 Days to a Spirit-Led Life
A practical journey toward greater sensitivity and responsiveness to the leading of the Holy Spirit.
Book in Progress
UnCompromised
A forthcoming book on living with biblical conviction in a culture that constantly pressures us to compromise.
Articles & Commentary
Ryan writes on biblical faith, culture, leadership and current events, including contributions to Charisma Magazine and independent articles and commentary.
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