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Ryan Ford

Ryan is an accomplished, outcome-focused professional with a rich and diverse background in criminal investigation, emergency management and government consulting.

Biography

Ryan is an accomplished, results-driven professional boasting a diverse background in government consulting and law enforcement. With a demonstrated track record of delivering successful solutions for government clients, Ryan has cultivated a unique skill set refined through years of experience as a criminal investigator and Sergeant within the NSW Police Force.

Ryan played a pivotal role as a member of the Tactical Operations Unit under the NSW Police Counter Terrorism and Special Tactics Command. His involvement included advanced training in risk mitigation, security protocols, negotiations, and covert operations. Drawing from hands-on experience in preparing for, responding to, and resolving high-risk incidents, Ryan possesses an unparalleled understanding of crisis management and strategic decision-making.

Following his experience in front-line emergency and crisis management, Ryan transitioned into a specialised criminal investigation role, involving major crime investigations into fraud, child protection, homicide and organised crime.

Ryan then attained a manager's position at PwC, where he further refined his expertise in governance, compliance, risk management, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. His highly developed integration of public service experience with management consulting ensures a holistic approach to resolving complex situations for his clients.

Specialising in workplace conflict management and resolution, Ryan has developed a reputation for navigating complex interpersonal dynamics and effectively mediating disputes. His experience as a Certified Conflict Coach allows him to guide individuals and teams through challenging situations, fostering an environment where constructive dialogue and mutual understanding are prioritised.

As a Director at RiskWise Consulting, Ryan has led numerous investigations in both the private and public sectors, covering issues related to employee misconduct, safety incidents, child protection, conflict resolution, and culture reviews.

Qualifications

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Bachelor of Policing

Associate Degree in Policing Practice

Advanced Diploma of Police Investigation

Certificate III Investigative Services


Accreditations & Professional Memberships

CINERGY Certified Conflict Coach

Member Australian Institute of Professional Investigators (AIPI)

Class 2E Security Licence (PI)

AIPI member

Skills & Expertise

  • Investigations into serious misconduct, corruption, fraud, child safety, sexual misconduct, and critical incidents

  • Fraud detection and integrity management 

  • Governance, compliance, risk management, and workplace culture reviews

  • Conflict management and resolution 

  • Stakeholder engagement and negotiations 

  • Security and crisis management

  • Conflict Coach

Director

Ryan Ford

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