Ryan D. Stork

Ryan D. Stork is currently the Chief Operating Officer at KKR & Co. Inc., a global investment firm based in New York that specializes in alternative asset management, capital markets, and insurance solutions. His journey in the financial industry is marked by an impressive career path, strategic roles, and significant achievements.

 
Educational Background
 

Ryan's educational background laid a strong foundation for his career. He attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance and Accounting. He graduated in 1993, having spent four years developing a solid understanding of finance principles.

 
Early Professional Career
 

Stork's professional career began to take shape when he joined BlackRock, one of the world's leading investment management firms. He started as Managing Director in the Financial Institutions Group in February 1999. Soon after, he took on the role of Deputy Head of Institutional Client Business, based in London, from January 2005 to June 2008. His strategic vision was further recognized when he became Head of Strategy and Business Development at Polygon Investment Partners in London, although this role lasted only a year from June 2008 to June 2009.

 
Achievements at BlackRock
 

After returning to BlackRock, Stork assumed the role of Global Head of the Aladdin Business, a position he held from June 2009 to July 2014. Aladdin is BlackRock's trading and risk management system, essential for the company's operations and widely used across the financial industry. Following this, he went on to serve as Chairman for the Asia Pacific region in Hong Kong from August 2014 to February 2019.

 
Deputy Chief Operating Officer at BlackRock
 

His significant contributions and operational expertise led to his promotion to Deputy Chief Operating Officer at BlackRock, a role he held from February 2019 to December 2021. During this period, he played an instrumental role in overseeing various aspects of the company's operations, solidifying his reputation as an adept leader.

 
Current Role at KKR & Co. Inc.
 

In January 2022, Ryan Stork transitioned to KKR & Co. Inc., bringing his extensive experience and strategic acumen to the role of Chief Operating Officer. At KKR, he works at the heart of global investment operations, enhancing the firm's capabilities in alternative asset management and contributing to its strategic growth initiatives.

Throughout his career, Ryan Stork has demonstrated robust leadership skills and strategic expertise, holding key roles that have shaped the operations and growth of the firms he has worked with. His journey reflects his dedication to the financial sector and his ability to navigate and drive success in complex and dynamic environments.