Ryan Haley is a former U.S. Navy Officer, SH-60B helicopter pilot, Afghanistan combat veteran, and Pentagon defense budget analyst. In 2007, a helicopter crash served as a dramatic...view moreRyan Haley is a former U.S. Navy Officer, SH-60B helicopter pilot, Afghanistan combat veteran, and Pentagon defense budget analyst. In 2007, a helicopter crash served as a dramatic wake-up call for Ryan to live a purposeful life centered around his faith in God. His life message is about God’s grace and the “too-good-to-be-true news” of the Gospel of Jesus. Ryan is called to inspirational communication and personal development as a writer, speaker, coach, teacher, and counselor.Ryan is the founder of A Better Way, a media and teaching platform that inspires people to experience “where the supernatural meets the practical” in faith, business, and life. A Better Way currently includes a podcast, blog, website, and book. Ryan’s mission is to apply the practicality and power of God’s grace in helping people and organizations experience deeper fulfillment and greater effectiveness by tapping into their deepest passions, deepest pain, and greatest strengths to provide maximum service and value to others.Ryan is an adjunct professor at Charis Bible College Business School, a real estate investor, and self-manager of his retirement and investment portfolio. Ryan has worked as a Pentagon defense budget analyst managing a $4.5 billion annual appropriation, a licensed realtor, and sales and account manager of a tech startup. His extensive educational background is complemented by personal experience in business, entrepreneurship, and financial investing. Ryan’s desire is to use his wealth-building acumen and leadership skills in helping others reach financial freedom and empower them to be unhindered in following their God-given dreams and purpose.Ryan received his MBA in Financial Management from the Naval Postgraduate School, a postgraduate Business Administration certificate from Georgetown University, and his BA in Psychology from the University of San Diego. He also finished a two-year biblical studies program at Charis Bible College in Woodland Park, Colorado, where he received his Christian Ministers License and completed a subsequent third-year business program.Ryan is originally from Portland, Oregon. He lives in Woodland Park, Colorado, where he enjoys the beauty of the mountains and outdoors through hiking, snowboarding, and playing disc golf. He also enjoys being part of church and small group fellowships.You can schedule Ryan for speaking and coaching engagements as well as sign up for a free weekly email list through A Better Way’s website: https://ABetterWayPodcast.com. Ryan’s email is Ryan@GodsBetterWay.com.view less