John R. Ryan

John R. Ryan
Birth nameJohn Roy Ryan
Born (1945-08-15) August 15, 1945
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Navy
Years of service1963–2002
RankVice Admiral
CommandsUnited States Naval Academy
Patrol Wing 10
Patrol Squadron 31
Patrol Squadron 11
AwardsNavy Distinguished Service Medal
Defense Superior Service Medal (2)
Legion of Merit (3)
Meritorious Service Medal (3)
Air Medal
Navy Commendation Medal (3)
Other workPresident, State University of New York Maritime College (2002–06)
Chancellor, State University of New York (2006–07)
President and CEO, Center for Creative Leadership (2007–2022)

John R. Ryan (born August 15, 1945) is a retired United States Navy vice admiral who was the Superintendent of the United States Naval Academy and as the Chancellor of the State University of New York. He most recently was the CEO and President of Center for Creative Leadership, a non-profit organization focusing on leadership education and research.