Growing up on a farm in America’s heartland helped Bryan learn to think and work “in seasons” at a young age. He learned to focus on, plan for, and achieve long-term goals – not on short-term hours or days. This ability to envision the future – then create it – has become the cornerstone of his character and foundation of his success as an Indianapolis business leader and community contributor.
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Bryan’s time juggling his role as a young entrepreneur and young father were instrumental in shaping his current outlook on legacy, perseverance, and constant learning. No matter what happens, he moves forward. He moves through it. And he helps others do the same.
With two decades as CEO of FirstPerson, Bryan uses his propensity toward progress to help his team and clients flourish. His deep knowledge of benefits administration, performance management, team building, employee engagement, human resources, effective leadership, insurance planning, strategic planning, and non-profit board advising has evolved over time.
As a recognized Indiana business leader, Bryan now takes the lessons he’s learned as CEO to connect people, share new insights, and engage with Indy’s business and non-profit community in meaningful ways. Specifically, Bryan loves to:
As an active member of the community, Bryan contributes through several boards, including:
All progress starts with good mental health. Not only does Aspire Indiana help people heal and improve mental health – they also focus on healing the heart. That combination leads to great things.
Through his trusteeship, Bryan helps introduce others to the school where he ‘fell in love with his future’ – and his wife, Elaine. His contributions to the institution, its staff, and its students help create a legacy of learning.
Giving young people a life-long love of learning is at the heart of The Oaks Academy. The school helps children learn that though the world is a complicated and ‘broken’ place, they can make a difference.
Music helps express the essence of people and stories in a way no other medium can. The ISO is a foundational member of the Indy arts community and a cornerstone of downtown culture.
Not only does YPO connect members with peers across Indiana who share their professional and personal interests, the group also provides a platform for global idea exchange.