Paul Ryan

Paul Ryan has transitioned from Speaker of the House to influential board member & private equity investor. After a distinguished career as a legislative aide and speechwriter for Empower America and later for Jack Kemp, Paul Ryan was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1998, representing Wisconsin’s 1st congressional district. He consistently won re-election, serving for two decades until 2018.

As Speaker, he played a pivotal role in driving major legislative achievements that reshaped the economic landscape of the country. These included the successful passage of the landmark Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, a comprehensive overhaul of the federal tax code. He also spearheaded the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act in 2018, demonstrating his ability to navigate complex legislative processes and deliver significant policy outcomes during his speakership. Following his decision not to seek re-election in 2018, Ryan transitioned to the private sector, applying his extensive public service experience to influential roles in business and policy.

His post-congressional career highlights a strategic evolution from a legislative leader to an influential board member and private equity investor, continuing to impact business and policy circles. He remains a prominent voice on economic policy, leveraging his two decades of experience in the U.S. House, including his tenure as Speaker, to provide valuable counsel and leadership across diverse sectors.