Ryan A. Starzyk (He/Him/His)
InterPride Global Project Manager
Phoenix, AZ, USA
Ryan A. Starzyk, CIPM, CSM, DBA is a US military combat veteran, past candidate for public office, business services consultant to large organizations and social impact entrepreneur. He is the owner and founder of BlueFire Group, a social purpose business promoting a radical transformation from strict profit motives to community-focused local economic development to create a more sustainable and equitable future. He currently serves as the Global Project Manager for InterPride, an Executive Advisor at The World’s Best Connectors, and the Founder of Pride Nation, providing LGBTQIA+ News Worldwide.
Ryan is a proud lifetime member of the LGBTQIA+ community advocating for increased access to mental health services, banning conversion therapy, and racial equity. He has served on the board of directors for his local Phoenix Pride, awarding over $1 million in community grants and scholarships. He also is a Pride 365 Champion joining the fight to end pink-washing and ensuring that only those authentic and consistent businesses supporting the LGBTQIA+ community stand out from those that don’t. Ryan believes his moral duty is to fight for global LGBTQIA+ rights and racial equity.