Ryan Damm

In 2007, Ryan started designing websites as a hobby. In 2015, he decided he wanted to help public safety organizations build their online presence. He created RD Designs, LLC and started expanding his business. He currently maintains over 70 websites throughout the World. In 2021, he expanded the business into the eCommerce world, allowing organizations to sell merchandise without ever having to touch the product. RD Designs with a purpose — to give back to public safety organizations and their supporters. 

Ryan was born into a public safety family and raised in northern Minnesota. He graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Cybersecurity with a major in Cybercrime Investigations and Digital Forensics from Syracuse University, New York. He also has an Associate’s in Applied Science degree in Law Enforcement from Hibbing Community and Technical College. 

Ryan is currently a sergeant with the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has worked in the Adult Detention Division, Court Services Division, Enforcement Services Division/Patrol Unit, and is currently assigned to the Technology Unit. He has been employed there since June of 2000. 

Ryan is a member of the Real Time Crime Center Association, Hennepin County Sheriff’s Supervisor’s Association, the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association, the Fraternal Order of Police, and the High Technology Crime Investigation Association.