Ryan Cohen

Ryan Cohen is a Canadian entrepreneur and investor, born in 1986. He has made a significant impact in the business world, particularly in the e-commerce sector. Cohen's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Chewy, an online pet retailer, in 2011. Under his leadership, the company experienced remarkable growth, becoming the largest e-commerce pet business in the United States.

Cohen's success with Chewy culminated in its sale to PetSmart in 2017 for $3.35 billion, a record-breaking e-commerce acquisition at the time. He has also made a notable impact in the gaming industry, serving as the chairman and CEO of GameStop. During his tenure, Cohen oversaw a successful financial turnaround, implementing cost-cutting measures and expanding the company's offerings to include collectibles. This strategic shift led to a significant improvement in the company's financial performance, with GameStop reporting record operating income in early 2026.