Ryan Aleson has over 11 years of experience in the field of professional wargaming and training. A former naval officer, Ryan has built three wargaming programs from concept to execution. He has provided subject matter expert consulting services for numerous U.S. Navy organizations on subjects including:

- Wargaming and serious gaming development and execution

- Employing video game technology and techniques for professional training

- Simulator design, engineering, and employment

- Surface warfare tactical training

As a naval officer Ryan has served in the following roles:

- Computer Simulations Officer for the Surface Warfare Officer School

- Training Officer for Destroyer Squadron 14

- Ordnance & Gunnery Officer for USS Higgins (DDG-76)

Ryan is a recipient of the Junior Officer Award for Tactics Excellence for his innovative achievement in junior officer tactical training.