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Bio
Nathan Ryan is a serial entrepreneur and civic leader based in Austin, Texas, who helps ideas—and the teams behind them—scale with clarity, purpose, and momentum. As Managing Director at Goff Policy, he leads business strategy, marketing, and partnerships for a fast-growing policy consulting firm focused on energy, infrastructure, and innovation. Previously, he was the founding CEO of Blue Sky Partners, where he helped launch and scale over 100 initiatives across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
Nathan recently served as board chair of the Austin Monitor, which was acquired by the Texas Tribune in 2025, and has held multiple city-appointed leadership roles, including chair of the Economic Prosperity Commission. He’s been recognized by Leadership Austin, the Austin Chamber, and Austin Under 40 for his business and civic impact.
He lives in Austin with his two dogs, Max and Rory, and is always up for talking policy, bold ideas, and where to find the best tacos in town.