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Ryan Smith is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in technology solutions and robotics research. Currently serving as SVP Solutions at Oxa since September 2019, Ryan has previously held positions such as VP of Technology Solutions and Technical Lead for Partnerships. Prior academic roles include Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at Fort Lewis College, as well as visiting researcher positions at the University of Southern California. Ryan's research expertise encompasses nonlinear dynamics, control of multi-robot systems, and the development of autonomous underwater vehicles. With a Ph.D. in Ocean & Resources Engineering and an M.A. in Mathematics from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Ryan's background also includes work as a mathematician and GPS/GIS scientist at BAE Systems, contributing to remote sensing and habitat mapping initiatives.