About Ryan
Biography
Duty & Statehood
Born in Ft. Lauderdale and raised in South Florida, Ryan Shollenberger attended Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School before earning his degree in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida.
Driven by a desire to serve, he joined the United States Air Force in 2009 as a weather forecaster—beginning a decade-long journey of military dedication that would eventually bring him home to Wyoming.
From Global Intelligence to Local Roots
Ryan's military career took him around the globe, deploying to Afghanistan and Colombia in Army support roles to provide critical weather intelligence to boots on the ground. He prioritized continuing education throughout his service, completing his M.S. in Environmental Policy and Management in 2017.
After analyzing solar space weather infrastructure while stationed in Australia, Ryan landed at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in 2020, transitioning his skills to support nuclear operations right here in Cheyenne.
“An education is the most valuable tool for anyone to have, and he dedicates himself to nurturing the learning process.”
A Concrete Commitment to Cheyenne
After separating from active duty, Ryan brought his expertise to local television as KGWN Channel 5's Weekend Meteorologist, deeply connecting with the stories and families of Wyoming. His commitment to service only grew: in 2022, he joined the Wyoming Army National Guard as a Field Artillery Officer, and in 2023, he stepped into Laramie County classrooms as a K-12 substitute teacher.
Today, Ryan balances his time between public school classrooms, military drills, and fighting fires with Albany County Wildland Fire. He is running for the Wyoming House of Representatives to ensure District 11 has a proven leader who always shows up when called.
Qualifications
Experience & Education
Work & Service
Albany County Wildland Fire
2025 – Present
Laramie County School District 1
Substitute Teacher
2023 – Present
Wyoming Army National Guard
Field Artillery Officer
2022 – Present
KGWN: Wyoming News Now
Weekend Meteorologist
2022
Air Force Reserve, F. E. Warren AFB
Weather Forecaster
2021 – 2022
Air Force, Active Duty
Weather Forecaster
2009 – 2021
Education
M.S. Environmental Policy and Management
American Military University
2017
A.A. Weather Technology
Community College of the Air Force
2011
B.S. Business Administration
University of Central Florida
2006