Star Nine Ventures - Management Team

Ryan Russell - Founder & CEO

For the better part of the past decade, Ryan Russell has provided search marketing solutions to prominent national businesses in some of the most highly competitive consumer verticals. While studying Economics and Computer Science at Trinity University in San Antonio, Mr. Russell became fascinated with the science of search algorithms, and developed an in-depth understanding that allowed him to consistently deliver top search result rankings for his clients. In 2008, Mr. Russell decided to apply his vast experience and knowledge to power his own network of national business-to-consumer online marketplaces. As founder and CEO, Mr. Russell is the visionary and driving force behind Star Nine Ventures™.

Ace Elliott - Director of Multimedia

Prior to joining Star Nine Ventures, Ms. Elliott graduated with honors from Florida State University where she studied theatre and film production. Her education led to various positions on dozens of productions including work for HSBC, NBC, and official SXSW film festival selections. Paired with the online marketing knowledge gained while acting as Director of Content, Ms. Elliott is primed to take the lead in adding multimedia and VSEO to Star Nine's repertoire of specialties.