Ryan Shea is a technology leader and entrepreneur focused on helping businesses modernize with confidence. As the Founder & CEO of RightSEM, he combines expertise in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and web development with a strategic, business-first approach. Ryan specializes in bridging the gap between technical solutions and organizational goals, delivering integrated strategies that make businesses more secure, efficient, and growth-ready.

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Ryan Shea’s journey into technology and business leadership began at the Marine Academy of Science & Technology (MAST), where he developed a foundation in analytical problem-solving and systems thinking. He went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Rutgers University, sharpening his skills in precision, data analysis, and structured problem-solving, tools that would carry through every stage of his career.

Ryan’s professional path started in technical sales within the process instrumentation and industrial automation industry, where he supported clients with complex engineering solutions. He later advanced into a Marketing Manager role, building brand strategies and supporting product positioning in highly technical markets.

From there, Ryan transitioned into Business Development Management, where he led Service & Training for North America. In this role, he managed a nationwide network of channel partners, oversaw customer training programs, and ensured technical delivery at scale. This experience strengthened his leadership skills and expanded his ability to align partner ecosystems with organizational growth.

His career then shifted toward digitalization consulting, helping organizations modernize workflows, integrate cloud technologies, and adopt secure, efficient systems. This work laid the foundation for his transition into IT and compliance leadership, where he combined hands-on technical execution with strategic oversight to guide organizations through modernization and regulatory complexity.

Today, as Founder & CEO of RightSEM, Ryan leads a team that bridges digital marketing, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and compliance oversight with strategic business goals. He specializes in helping SMBs modernize securely, scale efficiently, and achieve measurable outcomes. Alongside this role, Ryan serves as the fractional CTO for Caruso Foot & Ankle, a New Jersey healthcare practice. There, he oversees HIPAA compliance, data security, and Microsoft 365 adoption strategies, applying real-world governance in a regulated environment. This blend of entrepreneurial leadership and hands-on healthcare experience strengthens RightSEM’s vCTO services, ensuring clients benefit from solutions proven in both medical and broader SMB settings.