Troy Zierden

Troy Zierden

Chief Technology Officer

Troy is an experienced and visionary Chief Technology Officer with more than 25 years in the industry. In his leadership role, Troy uses his collaborative style to develop clear roadmaps and deliver aligned technology solutions that bridge the highest-level strategy with on-the-ground application, ensuring Ryan Companies’ information technology is providing the greatest efficiency, productivity and simplicity to the end user.

As Chief Technology Officer, Troy leads Ryan’s Information Technology team in accelerating the company’s vision to continually align, transform and drive operational excellence with speed, security and confidence. Over the years, Troy has played a significant role in trailblazing the technology team’s company-wide evolution, growing the team’s tasks from overseeing our back-end information systems to becoming more deeply engaged with business teams while creating operational efficiency and driving innovation.

With a focus on delivering scalable and robust technology solutions, Troy ensures that the company remains at the forefront of technological advancements. He collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to develop and execute technology strategies that drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency. 

He is strategic thinker and an effective communicator, capable of bridging the gap between technical and non-technical teams. He possesses exceptional client-centric leadership skills, inspiring and motivating team members to achieve their full potential while offering effective solutions that provide clients with every advantage.


Affiliations & Memberships

Board Member, Finance and Human Capital Committee Greater Twin Cities United Way

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At Ryan Companies, we have the privilege of creating the spaces where people live their lives. Whether it's their residence, their place of work, or the space where they come to play, these are places where people thrive. And as experts in construction and commercial real estate, our creativity is fueled by your story. Together, we build value, build communities and build the backdrops for life.

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