Ryan Crane

Ryan E. Crane, CFA, is the Chief Investment Officer at Stephens Investment Management Group (SIMG) in Houston, Texas, where he leads the firm's investment strategy and oversees portfolio management. He is responsible for managing SIMG’s high-conviction portfolios focused on capturing long-term value in small- and mid-cap growth equities, leveraging both rigorous fundamental analysis and behavioral finance insights. His investment approach centers on identifying transformative catalysts and durable growth companies within the U.S. equity market, particularly within the small- and mid-cap sectors.

Crane joined SIMG in 2004 after holding the position of Senior Portfolio Manager at Invesco AIM (formerly AIM Investments), where he managed small- and mid-cap growth products, including the AIM Small Cap Growth Fund. At SIMG, Crane continues to apply his expertise in these segments, seeking opportunities in industries undergoing structural shifts and sustained growth. His leadership has contributed to SIMG’s reputation for consistent execution and collaborative, team-based investing.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Houston and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). In addition to his investment management roles, Crane is recognized for integrating behavioral finance concepts into portfolio construction and has presented on the topic to professional audiences. Outside his professional work, he is an accomplished competitive cyclist, winning multiple national and Pan-American championships while maintaining his leadership in investment management.