Cody Ryans is a brand strategist and creative professional striving to strengthen connections between organizations and their audiences. With a master’s degree in Brand and Media Strategy from ETSU, Cody possesses skills in multi-channel marketing, digital design, and brand storytelling. He currently serves as the Brand Manager in the Office of University Marketing and Communications at ETSU, where he shapes the visual identity of university creative, guides content strategy, and brainstorms ways to enhance the overall student experience.
Outside of his professional work, Cody is a musician, artist, and sports enthusiast as well as an avid hiker, kayaker, and distance runner. His research interests include branding, consumer behavior, and customer experience in the age of AI.