Kelly Ryner

Vice President, New Business Development

Kelly has been an integral part of the Thinkwell team since the company’s inception. Well respected in her field, her reputation is that of a marketing maven, an ambassador, a consummate hostess and a connector of people and projects. She is responsible for finding new business opportunities and cultivating strong positive relationships not only with Thinkwell’s clients, but in the industry’s community as well.

Overseeing all aspects of new business development internationally, Kelly is a multi-talented individual with vast experience as a field art director and scenic artist. She brings her experience and expertise to the table when helping clients understand their needs and goals, while clearly communicating the incredibly complex development process with them.

Prior to Thinkwell she was Field Art Director for Universal Creative, overseeing all aesthetic aspects of the new projects developed at Universal Studios Port Aventura in Spain. She served in this capacity on Templo del Fuego, Sea Odyssey and the scenic upgrade to the Mediterranea land in the park. Kelly has worked on numerous themed entertainment projects, including Universal Studios Japan, Universal Studios Hollywood, Warner Bros. Movieworld in Germany, and Porto Europa in Japan. Kelly has a BA in Theatre Arts & Design from Virginia Tech.


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Kelly Ryner
Vice President
New Business Development

"The Thinkwell team is helping to redefine and enrich guest experiences at some of the most innovative entertainment projects around the world. They are truly the next generation of imagineers."

Sandy Climan

President,
Entertainment Media Ventures

Cliff Warner
Cliff Warner
Principal/CEO
Craig Hanna
Craig Hanna
Principal/CCO
François Bergeron
François Bergeron
Principal/CFO
Joe Zenas
Joe Zenas
Principal/COO
Liam Thornton
Liam Thornton
Principal/Thinkwell Development
Kelly Ryner
Kelly Ryner
Vice President
New Business Development
Mary Cluff
Mary Cluff
Vice President
Resources & Operations
Michael Finney
Michael Finney
Special Projects
Randy Ewing
Randy Ewing
Vice President
Creative
Seth Cover
Seth Cover
Vice President
Creative Dev. & Production
Cynthia Sharpe
Cynthia Sharpe
Director, Exhibits
Chris Durmick
Chris Durmick
Creative Director
Ron Edney
Ron Edney
Thinkwell Project Mgmt.
Don Burgess
Don Burgess
Executive Producer