Ryan Tharp Bio

Ryan Tharp advises entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders on the legal and strategic aspects of building and scaling companies. His practice spans the full company lifecycle—from formation and financing to growth, operations, and exit—and includes representing angel investors, venture capital funds, and other investors in private company transactions. Ryan regularly counsels startups and emerging companies on entity formation, founder agreements, equity compensation, and fundraising through SAFEs, convertible notes, and priced equity rounds. As outside general counsel, he supports clients with commercial contracts, joint ventures, technology transactions, and protecting intellectual property and trade secrets. In addition to his company-side work, Ryan advises investors and venture capital funds on fund formation, investments, and governance. He brings a practical understanding of market terms and deal dynamics, helping investors structure transactions that align with their strategic goals. Ryan works with clients in industries including technology, software, manufacturing, and professional services. Regardless of the sector or stage, he views his role as a strategic partner invested in each client’s success. His deep experience in partnership and corporate tax, M&A, private placements, corporate governance, and commercial matters allows him to provide comprehensive, business-focused legal guidance across a wide range of transactions. He also maintains a regulatory practice in public safety communications, representing local 911 authorities before the Colorado Public Utilities Commission and the Federal Communications Commission.