
Chris Ryan serves as President and CEO of First Security Bank in Byron, Minnesota, a role he has held since 2011. Since joining the bank in 2006, Chris has worked across all areas of lending—from consumer and mortgage to his current focus on serving small to mid-sized businesses. Under his leadership, First Security Bank has experienced significant growth, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted, community-driven financial institution.
Chris earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Augustana University and is a proud graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, Class of 2012. Deeply committed to community and industry advancement, Chris also serves on the Board of Trustees for the Ronald McDonald House in Rochester, on the Board of the Economic Development Authority in Byron, and previously the Chamber of Commerce.
Outside of work, Chris enjoys traveling, golfing, and spending time with his wife, Krista, and their three children.