Overview
Ryan Bulkoski is a global managing partner in Heidrick & Struggles’ San Francisco office. He leads the firm’s AI & Data Practice globally and co-leads the AI & Technology Officers Practice. He advises boards, CEOs, founders, and investors on leadership matters related to artificial intelligence, data, and emerging technologies.
Experience
Ryan’s clients include Fortune 500, venture-backed, and private equity-owned companies. His functional search experience spans AI, data, technology, CEO, and board leadership roles, including chief AI officer, chief data officer, chief analytics officer, chief technology officer, and AI operating partner assignments.
Ryan is a frequent commentator on AI leadership, executive talent, and technology trends. He regularly authors research and market insights on emerging executive roles, organizational design, and leadership in the age of artificial intelligence. His work includes the annual Europe and U.S. Data, Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence Executive Organization and Compensation Survey, a leading study of executive leadership structures and compensation trends in AI and data.
His perspectives have been featured in leading business and technology publications, including CNBC, CNET, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and other media outlets. Ryan is an avid ultrarunner and has completed more than 30 long-distance races.
Education
Case Western Reserve University, Bachelor’s Degree in Management