Ryan M. Deters

Navigating complexities with curiosity

Problem solver and analytical thinker, Ryan tackles his role by combining compassion and friendliness with analytical thinking and thoroughness. Ryan works closely with Grand Wealth clients—crafting tax-smart financial strategies, overseeing investments, and ensuring each client receives proactive, tailored advice aligned with their unique objectives.

“I love finding optimal solutions to our clients’ financial situations,” shares Ryan. “Few things are as satisfying to me as digging into a complex situation, examining the possibilities, and helping people make confident decisions about their best path forward.”

On any given day, you can find him analyzing a client’s financial plan, looking for tax planning opportunities, meeting with a client, or responding thoughtfully to client questions.

‍Applying a global perspective

In the first decade of his career, Ryan honed his analytical talents and business acumen as a product manager at Steelcase. In 2020, he transitioned into a financial career, to better blend his skills with his desire to engage more personally with people and see the impact of his work in their lives. After gaining experience with a local independent advisory practice, Ryan shifted to Grand Wealth in 2023, attracted by the firm’s strong team approach to client care.  

Ryan brings an international perspective to the firm. As a child, he grew up in the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica, where he learned Spanish and an appreciation for other cultures. He went on to study in Spain and spent several years living and working in Germany.

Ryan attended Calvin University, graduating with honors and a double major in business and Spanish. He is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™

‍Putting honesty and integrity first

Above all, Ryan applies a strong moral compass to his role. “Honesty and integrity are hugely important to me,” he shares. “In the world of financial advice, this means always doing what is in the client's best interest and always being trustworthy.”

Ryan is inspired by the firm’s mission to help its clients build a solid financial position no matter how life changes, as well as his talented coworkers. “I want to always be learning and becoming the best at what I do,” he says. “I enjoy being surrounded by like-minded teammates and experts I can learn from.”

Outside of work, Ryan enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, as well as tackling home renovation projects, reading, listening to podcasts, and playing sports including soccer, tennis, pickleball, and golf.