Chief Operating Officer

Ryan Passe

Ryan Passe is the Chief Operating Officer of Sands Investment Group, where he leads the firm’s strategic operational initiatives. Ryan is focused on SIG’s growth and further developing its best-in-class platform, resources, and people to deliver an unparalleled level of service.

Since joining SIG in 2018, Ryan has been instrumental in scaling operations to support the firm’s rapid growth. He implemented the technology and tools needed for expansion, championed diversification efforts, and helped SIG launch its proprietary capital markets platform. Under his operational leadership, SIG has grown into a national powerhouse with more than $10 billion in total transaction volume and four consecutive spots on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.

Before SIG, Ryan held leadership roles at Tumblr and UnitedMasters. At Tumblr, he helped launch the company’s ad platform, inventory, and pricing models after their acquisition by Yahoo in 2013. Ryan honed his ability to drive innovation as Head of Finance and Operations at UnitedMasters, a technology startup connecting musicians with their fans, analytics, and streaming platforms. He brought this expertise to SIG, applying tech-forward, personalized solutions that empower brokers to thrive.

A graduate of the University of South Carolina, Ryan is an avid fan of the Gamecocks and also has a passion for soccer, both as a spectator and a player. He lives in Charleston with his wife and their two kids, where he enjoys exploring the great outdoors.