Ryan Given serves as the Assistant Vice President for Budget & Finance within Arizona State University’s Knowledge Enterprise, where he provides strategic leadership for financial planning, research administration, and operational resource management. In this role, he oversees budget development, financial stewardship, and compliance across a diverse research portfolio that advances ASU’s mission of innovation and discovery.
With extensive experience in higher education finance and research administration, Ryan specializes in aligning complex financial models with institutional priorities. He leads efforts to optimize funding strategies, ensure compliance with federal and sponsor regulations, and strengthen partnerships that support ASU’s position as a top-tier research university.
Committed to operational excellence and team development, Ryan works closely with university leaders, faculty, and staff to build sustainable financial frameworks that support large-scale research initiatives, industry partnerships, and national research competitiveness. His leadership ensures that ASU’s Knowledge Enterprise remains a driving force in advancing research impact locally, nationally, and globally.