Ryan Koheler

Ryan is a seasoned finance executive with over a decade of experience scaling SaaS organizations and guiding financial strategy across global markets. He has secured more than $250M in capital through equity and debt financing and led nine acquisitions in three years at Portside, driving growth through M&A, integration, and performance optimization.

Passionate about building financial infrastructure for high-growth companies, Ryan has successfully implemented scalable systems like NetSuite, Maxio, and Airbase, while developing finance, accounting, and HR functions from the ground up. His leadership spans North America, EMEA, and APAC, where he’s helped organizations align operations with long-term vision.At Thoreau Giving, Ryan brings his expertise in capital strategy, operational excellence, and board-level financial reporting to ensure financial clarity, investor confidence, and sustainable impact.