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Ryan Saale

@ryansaale

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I grow international partnerships, markets, and operations into measurable revenue and enrollment gains.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead global partnerships, international strategy, marketing, and operations initiatives that expand markets, strengthen partner ecosystems, and deliver measurable revenue and organizational growth.

At INTO SLU, I lead global operations and partner strategy across 30+ markets, 20+ offices, and 1,500 external partners. I increased international enrollment from 32% to 44.5% and secured $5M+ in new business through partnerships, RFPs, and market expansion.

Previously, I more than doubled revenue to $8M+ as Director of Global Marketing & Recruitment while expanding global enrollment from 6% to 25%. I build partner onboarding, training, performance-management, and sales-enablement systems that support growth across international markets.

My experience spans international recruitment, marketing, communications, and cross-border operations across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. I bring advanced Spanish and a practical, cross-functional approach to aligning operations, marketing, finance, admissions, and academic affairs around results.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Center Director, Operations & Partner Relations

Current

INTO SLU

Aug 2023 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Increased international enrollments from 32% to 44.5% in two years by managing relationships across 20+ global offices and 1,500 external partners. Lead global business operations and international partner strategy across 30+ markets, securing $5M+ in new business.

Global Partnerships Operations Management Partner Training Cross functional Leadership Strategic Planning Stakeholder Engagement Business Development RFP Management

Director, Global Marketing & Recruitment

INTO SLU

Jan 2016 - Aug 2023 (7 years 7 months)

More than doubled revenue to $8M+ while increasing contribution to US division from 20% to 33%+. Led international market expansion and partner engagement strategy, increasing global enrollment from 6% to 25% within three years.

Global Marketing Recruitment Market Expansion Partner Engagement Sales Enablement Event Management Performance Management Coaching

Assistant Director of International Affairs

Fontbonne University

Aug 2009 - Dec 2015 (6 years 4 months)

Increased international enrollment by 35% through data-driven market expansion strategies and international partnerships across Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Trained 50+ faculty and staff on international engagement and advising practices.

International Recruitment Market Expansion Data Analysis Budget Management Training Compliance

Associate

Standing Partnership Public Relations

May 2008 - Jul 2009 (1 year 2 months)

Supported integrated communications and marketing campaigns across corporate clients, strengthening brand visibility, messaging, and stakeholder engagement. Increased brand awareness by 20% through integrated marketing and communications campaigns.

Public Relations Marketing Communications Brand Awareness Press Releases Content Writing Event Planning

Account Manager, Employer Services

Universal Student Exchange

Feb 2007 - Jan 2008 (11 months)

Led international business operations and client relationship management across South America, supporting cross-border recruitment and partner engagement initiatives. Generated $300K+ in revenue and achieved 25% growth through international account management.

Account Management Client Relations International Business Operations Management Event Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Washington University in St. Louis

Master of Arts, International Affairs

Earned a Master of Arts in International Affairs in December 2011.

Webster University

Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations and Spanish

Activities and societies: Study abroad in Guadalajara, Mexico and Mendoza, Argentina.

Earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in Public Relations and Spanish, along with an International Studies Certificate, in May 2004. Included study abroad in Guadalajara, Mexico and Mendoza, Argentina.