Leadership

Philanthropic Advisor, Glick Philanthropies / As a Philanthropic Advisor, Ryan works across Glick Philanthropies’ initiatives, programs and organizations to develop and implement strategies that produce positive outcomes for the communities where Glick properties are located. Ryan also serves as a key conduit between Glick’s board, staff and community partners with the goal of maximizing the knowledge, skills and assets of all involved in the grantmaking process.

In Ryan’s 10 years with Glick Philanthropies, he has helped define, organize and prioritize its philanthropic focus areas, developed and implemented the grantmaking process for the Glick Fund at Central Indiana Community Foundation, and launched the Far Eastside Success Initiative, a transformative effort to improve education and economic opportunity on Indianapolis’ far eastside where the Gene B. Glick Company was originally headquartered.

Prior to joining Glick Philanthropies, Ryan worked in the for-profit, government and nonprofit sectors, enabling him to apply business acumen with an on-the-ground understand of what helps communities thrive. In addition to real-world experience, Ryan attained a Master of Public Affairs (MPA) with a concentration in nonprofit management from Indiana University and is highly-active in the Central Indiana civic community. He is a member of the Stanley K. Lacy (SKL) Executive Leadership Series Class XXXV, was name to the Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) Forty under 40 list in 2017, and co-founded Giving Sum, a nonprofit organization focused on engaging young professionals in meaningful philanthropy.

In his work with Glick, Ryan is moved by teachers, caretakers and parents – especially single parents – that go to extraordinary lengths to give the next generation greater opportunity to reach their full potential.

“Gene and Marilyn Glick’s story embodies the American dream. They were fair, hardworking and lived lives focused on others. As a result, they left the world a better place. Their ethos and values continue on in the Glick family and company. It is a true honor to do what I can to keep their spirit alive for future generations,” Ryan says.

Ryan’s spare time is increasingly focused on parenting alongside his wife, Francesca – they welcomed their first son, Jack, in November of 2017. In addition, he loves to stay active through swimming, biking and running and work on projects including home renovations. Ryan also had a stint in high school and college as a bike mechanic, so if you ever need your tire changed, gears adjusted or bike tuned-up, he’s your guy.

Philanthropy Manager, Glick Philanthropies / As Philanthropy Manager, Ben works across the various organizations and initiatives within Glick Philanthropies to maximize the community impact of Glick’s philanthropic work. Ben manages communications and community relations related to Glick Philanthropies as well as supports day-to-to operations associated with grantmaking and evaluation.

Ben brings a strong background in event management to his role at Glick Philanthropies, having joined the organization after four years in the events department at Lucas Oil Stadium. His experience coordinating major sporting events such as the NFL Scouting Combine, 2015 NCAA Men’s Final Four, Indianapolis Colts games and more has translated nicely to his role in planning and executing large-scale volunteer events with community partners on behalf of Glick.

Ben is inspired by selfless people who go above and beyond to make the world a better place – which is why he finds carrying on the philanthropic legacy of Gene and Marilyn Glick so fulfilling. He is especially excited to make the work of Glick Philanthropies more visible in the community. “For decades, Glick has been working behind the scenes to make central Indiana a better place to live, work and play. I’m fortunate to be able to help share the message of Glick Philanthropies as well as help connect Gene B. Glick company employees to meaningful philanthropic opportunities within the community,” Ben says.

Ben is currently pursuing his Master of Arts in Philanthropic Studies through the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI. When he’s not at work or school, Ben enjoys spending time with his wife, 3.5-year-old daughter and one-year old twin boys.

Executive Director of the Glick Family Foundation / As Executive Director, Ali oversees the day-to-day operations of Glick Philanthropies.

Ali founded the Glick Gives program, which matches qualified charitable contributions from Glick employees to not-for-profit organizations. To date, the Glick Gives program has matched nearly $135,000 in employee contributions to charitable causes. “I love being able to see the impact that Glick Philanthropies has on the community and educating people on the importance of giving back,” Ali says.

Ali’s heart for philanthropy was influenced by her dad, who she counts as one of her biggest heroes and recalls the example of him helping countless friends and family members in need as she was growing up. Today, her family supports a school for AIDS orphans in Uganda called Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project, and they had the opportunity to visit the school in the summer of 2017.

In her spare time, you can find Ali cheering on her kids on the sidelines of the soccer field or basketball court, spending time with family, leading a Bible study group of teenage girls, or, perhaps surprisingly, rocking out on a drum set.