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Ryan Short, CFP

Senior Vice President & Director of Trust and Wealth Management

Biography

Ryan Short joined Trust Company Oklahoma in 2016 and currently serves as senior vice president and director of personal trust administration.

A native Tulsan, he came to us from Northwestern Mutual, where he directed the investment operations and compliance department for the firm’s Oklahoma and Arkansas offices.

As general securities principal, he has supervised financial advisors for more than 10 years and ensures that planning recommendations, insurance contracts, and investment portfolios align with client goals and objectives.

University of Oklahoma, Magna Cum Laude

Certified Financial Planner®

Meet the people
behind the promise

Since 1981, we’ve helped individuals, families, and organizations preserve their wealth, navigate uncertainty, and build lasting financial legacies — all with one guiding mission: to give you financial peace of mind.

Expertise Rooted in Purpose

Our advisors aren’t just credentialed professionals; they’re your neighbors, mentors, and advocates. From volunteering locally to guiding client legacies, we believe trust is built through service both inside and outside the office.

Insights From the TCO Team​

Explore articles, perspectives, and practical advice from our team. Each piece reflects the values, expertise, and client-first mindset that define our work at TCO.

Uncertainty came in many forms in 2025, including a reshuffling of the political landscape, the upending of global trade, & inflation.
Danny White
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TCO Insights Team
Uncertainty came in many forms in 2025, including a reshuffling of the political landscape, the upending of global trade, & inflation.
Michael Abboud, CFA
Executive Vice President & Chief Investment Officer

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