Ryan Arnold

Founder & President, DeSoto & State Communications

Ryan Arnold is a Chicago-based communications strategist and founder of DeSoto & State Communications, an independent public relations firm established in 2014. He is a former WXRT (93XRT) on-air personality (2013–2024) and has worked in communications since 1997. He works with mission-driven arts, education, and civic organizations across Chicago and beyond.

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Firm Founded: 2014
Broadcasting: WXRT (93XRT), 2013–2024
Industry Experience: Since 1997
Education: Lewis University 

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