Ryne Miller

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Partner at Morrison Foerster

New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Overview

Ryne Miller is a Partner at Morrison Foerster in NYC, specializing in financial services, fintech, and derivatives. A native of Oklahoma, his distinguished career includes serving as General Counsel for FTX US. He holds a J. D. from the University of Oklahoma College of Law and an LL. M. from New York University School of Law.

Outside of his legal practice, Ryne maintains connections to his home state through an interest in Oklahoma State University, where he earned his bachelors degree. He also gives back to the legal community by guest lecturing at leading U. S. law schools on evolving financial market regulations.

He has testified before the U. S. Congress on the subject of digital asset market structure regulation.

Personality Overview

Overcautious

Unexpressive

Tough To Convince

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. They are quite aware of their needs and limitations, so they are unlikely to over-promise.

Topics They Care About

Digital Asset Regulation
Frequently speaks on and advises clients on the complex regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrencies and digital assets, drawing from his experience as General Counsel at FTX US.
Financial Market Innovation
Actively discusses evolving market structures, including 24/7 trading and new fintech products. He has participated in CFTC roundtables on the evolution of U. S. derivatives markets.
Commodities & Derivatives
A core part of his expertise, having chaired derivatives practices at multiple law firms and previously serving as legal counsel to a CFTC Chairman.

Media Appearances

Ex-FTX Legal Chief Bolts From Lowenstein to Morrison Foerster. Featured in Bloomberg Law

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Work History

1-2026
Partner at Morrison Foerster
11-2024 - 12-2025
Partner at Lowenstein Sandler LLP
9-2023 - 11-2024
Managing Partner at Miller Strategic Partners LLP
8-2021 - 3-2023
General Counsel at FTX US
1-2019 - 8-2021
Partner at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Education

2008 - 2009
LL.M. from New York University School of Law
2004 - 2007
JD from University of Oklahoma College of Law

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Insights For Selling To Ryne

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ryne is

  • For them, low risk and acceptance by others are very important, followed by proof of ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ryne

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ryne move?

  • They do not like to take decisions in a hurry, so they could be slow in making their mind up.
  • Can Ryne take some risk or not?

  • They are low on risk-appetite and prefer to make informed decisions.

You And Ryne

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