30+ Years in Tech Leadership

Elite Coaching forScaling Founders

Build a sustainable, values-driven company without sacrificing your mental health or vision.Award-winning systems. Mental health advocacy. Real results.

Award-Winning Agency Founder
Visionary behind SEAIRA Intelligence
Mental Health Advocate
Location Independent Entrepreneur

The Founder's Challenge

Scaling a company is hard. Burnout is real. Mental health matters. You don't have to sacrifice yourself to build something great.

$0 to $10M+ in 2 Years

Real results. Sustainable growth. Mental health intact.

Funding doesn't guarantee success. The right coaching, systems, and mindset do.

Systems

Battle-tested frameworks and processes that scale without breaking your company, yourself, or your people

Mindset

Mental health-first approach that keeps you performing at your peak without burning out

Scale

Proven strategies for sustainable growth that align with your values and vision

About Ryan Hnetka

With 30+ years in technology leadership, I've seen it all. The wins, the crashes, the pivots, and the breakthroughs. I've built award-winning agencies, created the Seaira A.I. platform, and developed expertise that's transformed my businesses and many others. Through decades of coaching & mentoring founders across various growth stages, I've refined a methodology that delivers sustainable results.

But here's what sets me apart: I care deeply about founder mental health, and it's central to my philosophy. I've seen too many brilliant founders burn out chasing growth at any cost. That's not how I coach. Mental health advocacy isn't separate from business strategy—it's foundational to building companies that last.

I provide elite coaching that combines technical expertise, strategic guidance, and personal development. Together with my team, we help build companies that scale sustainably—where you can achieve your goals without sacrificing your health, relationships, or values. Whether you've bootstrapped or raised funding, the right coaching, mentorship and methodology matters more than the money.

Based anywhere. Building everywhere. Let's create something exceptional together.

30+ Years in Tech

From startups to enterprise, navigating every stage of company growth

SEAIRA Intelligence

Visionary behind the cutting-edge AI platform with SaaS expertise

Location Independent

Based anywhere, building everywhere. Embracing the future of work

Mental Health Advocate

Championing founder wellness and sustainable success

30+
Years in Tech Leadership
$10M+
Client Growth Results
Global
Founder Network
Elite
Selection Process
Creator of SEAIRA Intelligence
Award-Winning Agency
Trusted Expertise
Mental Health Advocate

How I Work With Founders

Three pathways designed to keep you from drowning - whether you're scaling strategically, need fractional leadership support, or require immediate rescue with a problem or project

Stretched Too Thin? Fractional Leadership Fills the Gap

For founders drowning in operational roles they shouldn't be managing - feeling like they would elevate their company if they could just fill multiple seats at once. I provide fractional capacity across critical functions: organizing chaos, implementing systems, delegating effectively, and scaling revenue - all while helping you earn back your time to focus on the vision and the work you're passionate about.

This bridges the gap between crisis rescue and long-term mentorship, meeting you exactly where you need support right now.

Choose a path below that feels right for you right now and mention that you wish to consider a fractional engagement.

Coaching

Elite Founder Coaching & Mentorship

Deep partnership for founders ready to scale sustainably. I work with a select number of companies, providing hands-on coaching, strategic guidance, and long-term mentorship to build exceptional businesses.

Deep mentorship for sustainable scaling and lasting transformation
Mental health-first leadership that prevents burnout
Strategic systems and values-driven growth methodology
Expert guidance to build world-class teams and processes
Fractional leadership to fill role gaps and reclaim your time
Urgent

Emergency Project Rescue

Company in crisis? Personal crisis? Product failing? Team overwhelmed? I bring in specialized expertise to stabilize, diagnose, and get you back on track—fast.

Rapid assessment and diagnosis
Specialized team deployment
Stabilization and recovery roadmap
Available globally, responsive immediately

Success Philosophy

I've guided both bootstrapped and funded companies to $10M+. The path matters less than the methodology.

Bootstrapped

Capital-efficient growth with sustainable unit economics and customer-funded scaling

Maximum founder control
Profitable from day one mindset
Sustainable, organic growth

Funded

Strategic capital deployment with disciplined growth and investor alignment

Accelerated market capture
Strategic investor relationships
Rapid team scaling capability

What Really Matters

Funding doesn't guarantee success. Elite mentorship, proven systems, mental resilience, and values-driven decision making do.

Whether you bootstrap or raise funding, I provide the strategic guidance and mentorship to help you build companies that scale sustainably—without the hustle culture burnout.

Exclusive Experience

Redefine Your OfficeThe Island is Calling

Experience transformative immersive programs on BukaBuka Island—a private island exclusively for founders, business partners, or small executive teams who are serious about focusing on their business while keeping mental health optimized

The Ultimate Founder Retreat

This is not just a retreat—it's a serious business investment. Spending time on BukaBuka Island with me is a measurable investment that will pay off ten-fold over your future. This private island experience is designed for founders ready to truly commit to their transformation.

Step away completely from every distraction and deep dive into intensive business strategy work alongside comprehensive mental health optimization. You'll tackle what's actually holding you back while scaling your business, working with elite professionals, and elevating your wellness in a pristine, secluded environment where nothing else competes for your attention.

Intensive Business Strategy

Deep-dive working sessions tackling your biggest growth challenges with complete focus and no distractions

Mental Health Optimization

Comprehensive wellness integration in paradise—building sustainable performance without burnout

Elite Collaboration

Work alongside hand-picked professionals and top-tier founders in an exclusive environment

Explore the Island Experience

Flexible Program Lengths

While month-long programs deliver the deepest transformation and maximum ROI, we can customize the length to match your availability and goals.

Minimum commitment: 1 week on island (approximately 10 days including travel time from most global locations)

This is a serious investment for serious founders. Limited spaces available—reach out to discuss your commitment to transformation.

Ready to Work Together?

Choose the pathway that fits your situation. All information is confidential.

Ready to Scale Sustainably?

Apply for elite coaching and mentorship

All information is kept strictly confidential

Company in Crisis?

Request emergency project rescue

We respond to emergency requests within hours