About Ryan
Ryan S. Howard, Ph.D. is the host of Cutting Edge Faith, a Top 10% podcast with downloads across 195 countries. Ryan helps Christ-followers understand the times, stand for truth and grow in their faith. He has been a guest on top-ranked business and Christian podcasts and has spoken at churches in the US and abroad.
He is a contributor for Charisma Magazine and is the author of 21 Days to a Spirit-Led Life. He holds a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies and has earned degrees in engineering and business. Ryan has spent 20 years in Corporate America and has learned to stand for truth in a culture that is growing more and more hostile toward Christianity. He has worked with over 200 businesses across 21 countries. His experience ranges from strategy and business development to negotiating contracts and managing production lines. He has coached and mentored over 70 leaders in all regions of the world.
Ryan is a persuasive communicator who builds trust with authenticity and passion. He insightfully evaluates and analyzes current complex global events, geopolitics and culture from a biblical perspective. Ryan is also a Premium Ghostwriter and Business Mentor.
In 2023, Ryan was invited to pray privately with President Donald Trump along with a dozen other Iowa faith leaders. In 2020, Ryan was a Republican Candidate for the Iowa House of Representatives. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds appointed Ryan to a 3-year term on the Board of Directors for Early Childhood Iowa, which he completed in 2024.
Ryan speaks and writes on culture, politics, work, theology and Christian living. Ryan lives in Iowa with his wife Bruna and their son John. Learn more about Ryan at ryanshoward.com.
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