Ryan Chow

Bio

Ryan Chow is a consultative strategist who works at the intersection of customer needs, solution design and revenue growth. He is currently the Managing Director of Pedestal, a social enterprise celebrated for its acclaimed national programs delivered in partnership with global industry titans including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Adobe, Sony, Television New Zealand (TVNZ), and other partners.

An alumnus and recipient of His Majesty’s King’s Trust startup accelerator, Ryan has secured the program’s maximum individual investment of $20,000 and specialises in architecting, negotiating and delivering multi-stakeholder partnerships that bridge technology, media and positive civic outcomes.

Throughout his career and tertiary studies, Ryan has brokered high-value commercial agreements and raised over $450,000 in funding and in-kind support for Pedestal, leading the full partnership lifecycle from prospecting and complex deal structuring to executive-level account management.

Beyond the boardroom, Ryan is a seasoned media spokesperson, frequently representing his partners through live national interviews on ABC Weekend Breakfast, ABC Radio Sydney, 7 News, TVNZ 1 News, TVNZ Breakfast, and other outlets. His professional trajectory is underpinned by early recognition with a Gifted Students' Scholarship and awards from The Walt Disney Company and HBO (Asia).

Ryan holds a dual degree in Business Management & Leadership and Communications. This background allows him to navigate complex corporate ecosystems while remaining focused on data-informed reporting and commercial modelling. He is committed to designing programs that offer measurable value to executive stakeholders while creating sustainable opportunities for the next generation of talent.