Ryan Kunkel

Co-CEO, Red Frog Events

Chicago

CO-CEO of Red Frog Events, an event production company known for its success pioneering the experiential entertainment industry and its award-winning company culture. Since 2007, the company has developed innovative brands including the Warrior Dash obstacle race series, Firefly Music Festival, Air Show Majors, and Chicago Beer Classic. Red Frog also provides event services ranging from food and beverage to its ticketing platform, EventSprout. Red Frog has been named one of Forbes’ "Most Promising Companies in America," has appeared consecutively on Inc. Magazine’s "Fastest Growing Companies" list, and was awarded Business of the Year by the US Chamber of Commerce, among other honors. In recognition of its philanthropic efforts, the company was selected as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital "Corporate Partner of the Year," and has committed to fundraise $25 million for the organization.