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Ryan Gotschall, CPA, MS

Chief Accounting Officer

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As Chief Accounting Officer at Encore Partners LLP, Ryan oversees all accounting and financial reporting services of the firm.

Ryan began his career as an auditor within the Ernst & Young (EY) Financial Services Office in New York City, primarily serving wealth and asset management clients. Throughout his time in New York, Ryan was exposed to complex entity structures and algorithmic trading strategies of some of the largest multi-national hedge funds, growing accustomed to dealing with tremendous volumes of data and deploying statistical sampling techniques to gain assurance. In 2017, Ryan transferred to the San Diego office of EY where he continued to plan and execute audits, SOC reports, AUPs and other engagements, mainly focusing on real estate, private equity, and life sciences clients.

Since leaving EY, Ryan served as an Accounting Manager at American Assets Trust (NYSE: AAT), a publicly traded REIT in San Diego, as well as Assistant Controller at Westcore, a privately held real-estate investment company that acquires, develops, owns, and operates industrial real estate throughout the United States.

Ryan holds a BS/MS dual degree in Professional Accounting from Fordham University and is a Certified Public Accountant in both California and New York State. Outside of work, Ryan and his wife are enjoying the adventures of parenthood with their beautiful baby girl.

What is your favorite quote?
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Gandhi

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
When Ryan is not working, he enjoys surfing, gardening, trying new restaurants, going to see live-music, and spending time his family.

If you were to look back from the age of 80 and tell yourself anything, what would it be?
Do it all while you’re young and healthy and don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone.

What are two things on your bucket list?
Ryan would like to visit the Lofoten Islands in Norway, and drive the Pan-American Highway from Alaska to Argentina.