Reshma Ryan, J.D., M.B.A., is the director of legal operations at Advocates for Human Potential (AHP). She works closely with AHP’s Chief Legal Officer to oversee and enhance the operational efficiency of the legal department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. She served previously as the of deputy director of administrative services at AHP, where she played a pivotal role in building the administrative services department. She spearheaded the development of service lines such as contract lifecycle management, account success management, funds management, and business analytics. Through collaborative efforts with federal agencies, state and local organizations, and grant recipients, the teams bridge the gap between grantors and recipients, facilitating a harmonious grant management process.
 
Before joining AHP, Ms. Ryan worked in a variety of legal settings. Most notably, she contributed to the growth of Baker McKenzie's global legal project management office. During her tenure, she strategically applied legal project management methodologies to manage the success of a global pharmaceutical spin-off and several other multi-million-dollar global cross-border M&A transactions. Ms. Ryan is a barred attorney in the state of Florida. She holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics with a minor in business administration, as well as a master’s degree in business administration and Juris Doctor from Stetson University.