Ryan Howard serves as Vice President of National Sales at ADVANTAGE, where he leads national sales strategy and works closely with financial institutions to drive growth and strengthen long-term performance.

Ryan brings extensive experience in financial services and fintech, with a focus on driving growth and solution adoption for banks and credit unions. Prior to joining ADVANTAGE, he held leadership roles with organizations including Upgrade, Kasasa, and Bankjoy, where he focused on building strategic partnerships and expanding market impact.

He has built a reputation for integrating customer-centric strategy with measurable business results, helping institutions identify opportunities to improve performance while strengthening client relationships.

Ryan is actively involved in both the strategic direction and day-to-day execution of the sales organization—overseeing pipeline performance, supporting team development, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and industry partners.