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Meet Ryan Huizenga

Writer's picture: Mike LarsenMike Larsen


This month we're featuring Ryan Huizenga. I've know Ryan since we were kids growing up in the same church. Professionally our paths have crossed on and off since, and when Raven hit the point where we needed to build a team, Ryan was my first call.


Prior to joining the Raven team 2 years ago, Ryan retired from the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office after serving the county's citizens for 26 years.  During his career, he has worked in community policing, road patrol, undercover narcotics, gang unit, field training officer, and spent nine years on the Critical Response Team, the department's SWAT team.  


Ryan also has experience in close protection, event security, and has worked closely with the Secret Service in helping to protect President's, presidential candidates, ambassadors, governors, senators, and high profile clients. 


Ryan is married to his wife Sarah, has three kids and an amazing dog.


Where do you find inspiration?

I find inspiration in my family, my kids and my close friend group.  I've tried to raise my kids to be better than me and to open doors of opportunity to them.  My close friends all embody various qualities, when combined, make for an inspiring, fun group, that I can rely on for anything.


Describe yourself in three words:

1.  Lighthearted: I try to make people laugh, typically at inappropriate times. 

2.  Loyal: You won't find a better friend if you are in need.

3.  Vigilant: A desire to protect is engrained in me.


What 3 items would you bring with you on a deserted island?

1.  Fresh underwear

2.  A bottle of Eagle Rare bourbon

3.  Glock 43X pistol


What is your favorite travel hack?

Travel with the boss, Mike, so you can get in the Skyclub at airports. (We're sitting in a Skyclub as we put this together!)


What do you do to decompress?

A Harley ride in the country to any hole in the wall bar.


Laughing...laughing is healthy


Going up north to our property and vanishing into the quiet of the woods.


Hanging out with our dog, Indy, who shows endless love and is a stress reliever.

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