Ryan Ackers

SVP at GBL | Pension Consulting & Administration | Executive Compensation | Board Member

📍 Canada🔄 Updated September 2026💼 3 investments📅 6 years investing🗓 Last invested Aug 2021
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Founder Investor
Feb 2021
We produce the Macaloneys Island Distillery brand of single malt whiskies and spirits. We also produce quality craft beer under the Twa Dogs brand and offer exciting tourism and taproom experiences to locals and tourists alike. Visit our website (https://macaloneydistillers.com/) to learn more!
Investor
Sep 2020
StartEngine is one of the leading equity crowdfunding platforms in the U.S., where everyday people can find and invest in early-growth companies and startups, as well as a variety of alternative assets and collectibles. StartEngine has hosted over 1,100 successful funding rounds between Reg. CF and Reg. A+ combined through StartEngine’s funding portal and broker dealer, from a community of over 1,000,000 strong. Based in Los Angeles, the company was created in 2014 by Howard Marks, co-founder of Activision, and Ron Miller. Were hiring: https://www.startengine.com/careers Invest in startups and build your portfolio. www.startengine.com For accredited investors – exclusive investment opportunities from some of todays largest privately held companies. www.startengine.com/private **“StartEngine" refers to StartEngine Crowdfunding, Inc. StartEngine operates 5 wholly owned subsidiaries, StartEngine Capital, LLC, StartEngine Primary, LLC, StartEngine Secure, LLC, StartEngine Private LLC, and StartEngine Assets, LLC. Unless otherwise indicated, Regulation Crowdfunding offerings are offered through StartEngine Capital LLC, an SEC-registered funding portal and FINRA member; brokerage services, including Regulation A+ and Regulation D offerings, brokerage accounts, and securities trading through StartEngine Secondary (a SEC-regulated alternative trading system, operated by StartEngine Primary, LLC), are offered through StartEngine Primary, LLC, a broker-dealer registered with the SEC and FINRA/SIPC; and transfer agent services are offered through StartEngine Secure, LLC, an SEC registered transfer agent. StartEngine Assets LLC is an asset manager for StartEngine Collectibles Fund I LLC which offers Regulation A+ offerings in collectibles (e.g., fine art, wine) through the StartEngine platform.
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2023
Co-Founder
Jul 2023
At Huumans, we know small businesses don’t fail because of a lack of ideas. They fail because of a lack of financial clarity. That is why we are building the first financial operating system designed to give every small business the clarity and confidence to succeed. In one platform, business owners can run payroll, manage budgets, offer benefits, and access lending, while relying on Roy, our Al Co-Pilot, for real-time insights and guidance. Trusted by small businesses, supported by advisors, and designed for scale, Huumans gives you the clarity, confidence, and control you need to take your business from surviving to thriving.
Managing Partner
Jul 2023
Gremlin Ventures was founded with the goal of using innovate funding models and a product-first approach to grow future markets and ecosystems.
2022
Founder
Jan 2022
Many years ago, a group of friends started a private whisky tasting club at the Calgary Petroleum Club. Expectations were tempered, yet we managed to smash through them almost immediately. Fast forward to today: We have imported our sixth private cask, branded our own Glencairn and Crystal-Cut Glencairn whisky glasses, have began to embark on whisky tours, and have gained national and international recognition. After being offered the opportunity to purchase private casks in bulk, we decided to incorporate, build a buyers collective, and look at how we can help buyers purchase amazing whisky that they can enjoy, gift, collect, or sell. Reach out if you would like to apply to join our private collective. Slainte Mhath
2021
Board Member
Aug 2021
For more than 75 years, members of the Calgary Petroleum Club have been enjoying our private, world-class amenities, and all the benefits that come with it. It’s a place where you can indulge in fine food and make lasting connections with colleagues, industry associates as well as friends and family. No event is too big or too small. Our private rooms can accommodate anywhere from a quiet dinner for 2 to a cocktail party for 500. Our Wine Cellar is a unique space that delivers an unforgettable food and wine experience. Built in 2007 it is one of the largest in Western Canada that features marble accents, a custom table that adjusts to seat up to 20 guests and a collection of 15,000 bottles of wine from various regions around the world. Historically, membership was made up primarily of oil and gas executives, however today there are many other industries that are well represented. The Club welcomes men and women from all business backgrounds to apply for Membership. Our membership reflects the pace of the dynamic city we call home. A sense of community is more important than ever, and we see ourselves as one of Calgary’s business essentials.
Founder Investor
Feb 2021
We produce the Macaloneys Island Distillery brand of single malt whiskies and spirits. We also produce quality craft beer under the Twa Dogs brand and offer exciting tourism and taproom experiences to locals and tourists alike. Visit our website (https://macaloneydistillers.com/) to learn more!
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