In 2019, in response to the growing number of poorly made wooden American flags on the market, Ryan partnered with his Navy veteran father, Steve - a master woodworker - to create something different: a flag worthy of its meaning. Together, they founded the Antique Flag Company, dedicated to crafting handcrafted wooden American flags of unmatched quality. After years of refining their process, their flags are now proudly displayed across the country and in American embassies around the world.
In 2008, Ryan launched the Wave of Flags 9/11 memorial at Pepperdine University, a powerful tribute honoring the lives lost and the heroes who served. This passion for service led him to establish the White Heart Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting those who protect our country and communities.
The Antique Flag Company supports the White Heart Foundation by donating a portion of each sale to help fund White Heart's peer-to-peer eco-therapy retreats.
In addition, AFC donates use of their backend office software and logistics to help the foundation. To learn more about White Heart please visit WhiteHert.org EIN: 61-1656177