Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds is an investor, co-owner, and actor based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, who focuses on consumer brands, media, and technology startups. Following a 25-year acting career in the Hollywood entertainment industry, he transitioned into venture investing and brand acquisitions, building a diverse portfolio of more than ten companies. His notable business transactions include the 2020 sale of Aviation Gin to Diageo for $610 million and the 2023 acquisition of Mint Mobile by T-Mobile in a deal valued at $1.35 billion. Through his production and marketing agency Maximum Effort, he expanded his investments into artificial intelligence-driven marketing tools in 2024, while also maintaining an ownership stake in Wrexham AFC. He currently leverages his media background to accelerate consumer brand growth and serves as an advisor to a new Vancouver-based consumer technology fund.