RYAN BANNISTER, CPA
FOUNDER, WEALTH ADVISOR
Here at 1Up
My story with 1Up started in 2020 – in my small corner of the internet on Twitch playing video games. Though my love for film & videography goes way back, Twitch is where I connected the dots between my passion and my career.
After streaming for a few months, I’d casually mention I was a CPA by day and eventually streams turned into full-blown conversations over money and finances.
That’s when I realized two big problems:
- Creators needed real financial advice.
- The financial industry wasn’t serving them.
Traditional firms were ignoring creators because they didn’t have big investment portfolios. So, I decided to change that.
At 1Up, I work as a fee-only, fiduciary advisor – which means I answer to you, not a brokerage or bank.
My mission is to set the standard in the creator industry for excellent client care by delivering advice that’s clear, honest, and built around your goals.
I love working with every single one of my clients and consider it a privilege to do so. I’m proud to serve the creative minds whom I view as the future of media and entertainment as a whole.
I’m inspired by the experience we’ve created for clients at 1Up, and am glad to be setting a new standard for client service – one where we value people over portfolios.
Career Highlights
I’m grateful to contribute to the creator and financial space as:
- 🎙 Host of the Real Profit, Real Perspective Podcast
- 📣 Frequent contributor to financial media
I’m also a proud member of:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- XY Planning Network Associate Member
- Wealthtender
Personal Points of Interest
👪 Family: Born, raised, and still call Raleigh home. I’m married to my wife, Kathleen, with one son, Charles.
🎢 Travel: When I’m not in the office, there’s a very high chance we’re at Disney World. Workwise, you may see me at TwitchCon, VidCon, and other cons around the country!
🌱 Community: As an NC State alum and undergrad mentor, I’m deeply invested in this city. I support the incredible people of this state in every way I can through local businesses, cheering on our sports teams, and events like the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk.
