Ryan Berven Bio

Ryan Berven joined Group Benefit Partners in 2019 opening the company’s Des Moines location and further growing GBP’s footprint across the state of Iowa.

A native of Northwest Iowa, Ryan attended Iowa Lakes Community College and then earned his degree in aviation from The University of Dubuque. After working as a pilot, Ryan decided to more firmly plant his feet on the ground and began his sales career. Ryan has worked as a Consultant to employers since 2009. He has an extensive background in strategic planning, risk management, underwriting and various funding solutions. Ryan enjoys working with his clients as a trusted advisor and partner; he assists both public and private employers in finding cost-saving strategies while maintaining strong benefit programs.