Ryan Wilson

I am the CMO of Skild, a software service that enables organizations to instantly setup and efficiently manage awards, prizes and social contests. In a previous life, I ran Global Alliances for the X PRIZE Foundation, the world’s preeminent prize institute. Prior to that, I helped start a global technology services and marketplace management software company called Marketworks (which was acquired in 2007 by ChannelAdvisor). I got my professional start in advertising at HA-LO Industries, once the largest promotional agency in the world. There I designed and executed global promotional campaigns for Fortune 500 clients, which included activating sponsorships with NASCAR and the 2000 Summer Olympic Games in Sydney. Additionally, I have consulted with and advised some of the worlds leading brands. In 2005, I ran west-cost trade-marketing for the launch of the adidas_1 running shoe; prior to that I led a strategic business intelligence project for ING Financial Services. I received my BA from Emory University and MBA from Thunderbird's School of Global Management. I currently live in Los Angeles with my wife Kimberly and son Max.