Ryan was born and raised in Inverness, attended both Central and Inverness High Schools and lives within the ward at May Court. He has worked in a variety of jobs in retail and tourism throughout the Highlands and currently works as a Social Carer for vulnerable individuals. He is a keen cyclist and strong environmentalist.

Ryan says, "As a Scottish Green councillor, I want to empower the youth of the Highlands and uphold Green values by pushing the climate change agenda. I want to raise local concerns and issues often ignored by career politicians."