Ryan Simmons: Financial Leadership Profile
Ryan Simmons brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Rialto Markets, Ryan is leading the charge in bridging traditional capital markets with the evolving world of digital securities. His career includes senior roles at top-tier firms such as Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, and Deutsche Asset Management, where he built and managed teams, and has since developed into a leader known for driving operational efficiency.
Ryan Simmons: Financial Leadership Profile
Ryan Simmons brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Rialto Markets, Ryan is leading the charge in bridging traditional capital markets with the evolving world of digital securities. His career includes senior roles at top-tier firms such as Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, and Deutsche Asset Management, where he built and managed teams, and has since developed into a leader known for driving operational efficiency.
Professional Journey
Rialto Markets (2018-Present)
Advanced from Operations to Chief Operating Officer and currently serves as Chief Risk Officer & Head of Operations. Leads efforts to bridge traditional capital markets with digital securities.
Goldman Sachs (2004-2017)
Served 13 years as Vice President. Formed and led teams across equity trading operations, middle office and settlements, client onboarding, and operational strategy.
Morgan Stanley (2017-2018)
Vice President, overseeing operations client relationship management and efficiency strategies.
Deutsche Asset Management (1998-2004)
Held Associate position with focus on securities operations and client transition
Rialto Markets (2018-Present)
Advanced from Operations to Chief Operating Officer and currently serves as Chief Risk Officer & Head of Operations. Leads efforts to bridge traditional capital markets with digital securities.
Morgan Stanley (2017-2018)
Vice President, overseeing operations client relationship management and efficiency strategies.
Goldman Sachs (2004-2017)
Served 13 years as Vice President. Formed and led teams across equity trading operations, middle office and settlements, client onboarding, and operational strategy.
Deutsche Asset Management (1998-2004)
Held Associate position with focus on securities operations and client transition.
Company Specializations
Crowdfunding Expertise
Oversees operations for offerings under Reg A+, Reg CF, and Reg D exemptions. Ensures seamless client onboarding and regulatory-aligned processes across equity platforms.
Nationwide Registration
Holds Series 7, 27, and 55 licenses, supporting regulatory compliance across all 50 states.
Secondary Market Platform
Leads Rialto’s operational infrastructure for trading private company shares, bringing depth to platform execution and compliance.
Digital Asset Securities
Driving the bridge between traditional capital markets and regulatory-compliant digital securities.
Expertise at Rialto Markets
Strategic Leadership
Directing operations as COO, shaping strategy at the intersection of traditional finance and digital securities.
Risk Management
Former Chief Risk Officer at Rialto Markets, with expertise in operational risk, client protection, and regulatory alignment across diverse financial platforms.
Operational Excellence
7+ years leading efficiency strategies across trading operations, settlements, and client onboarding. Known for building high-performing teams and optimizing systems that scale.