Ryan Smedes is an international development program design and evaluation specialist with extensive experience in Latin America and beyond. Currently serving as PHI’s Deputy Director, Ryan supports the organization’s mission of promoting justice, peace, and human dignity across Latin America. He previously held senior roles in program design, learning and evaluation, resource development, and food security, including serving as a national director in Peru. Ryan lived and worked in Latin America for over a decade and continues to champion global initiatives from his home near Seattle, Washington. He holds bachelor’s degrees in Environmental Studies and Religion from Pacific Lutheran University and a master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Washington. Ryan lives with his wife and three young adult children.