About Ryan Jancik
My work is founded at the intersection of three worlds: deep technical expertise, active political engagement, and a passionate commitment to advocacy.
The Technologist
I am a technologist with almost three decades of professional experience. My career has focused on software development, data engineering, and database architecture for major corporations like C.H. Robinson, MetLife, and 3M.
This technical background provides the foundation for my advocacy work. I believe that data creates accountability. Whether architecting a database for a Fortune 500 company or analyzing government records to expose safety violations, I use information to build better systems.
Current Flagship Project: LearnAboutMyHealth
We now integrate the power of AI into this core toolbox. I recently architected the system that runs LearnAboutMyHealth.com. This platform uses a rigorous process involving 93 distinct steps and validations to transform complex medical research into accessible, trustworthy patient education.
The Advocate
I have dedicated years to advocating in many forms—for the vulnerable, for public safety, and for holding professionals and government entities accountable to the law.
Political & Civic Engagement
A core component of my work is active civic engagement. Driving meaningful change requires participation in the political process, from policy analysis to community organizing.
A Record of Advocacy & Service
High-Stakes Advocacy & Fiduciary Trust
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Mental Health Advocate & Regulatory Change (11+ years)
Developed deep expertise in the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA). I wrote software to analyze government investigation data, uncovering statistical bias and enforcement gaps. My work contributed to a rare "Immediate Jeopardy" declaration against a major hospital for patient abuse, forcing immediate safety reforms under threat of federal funding loss.
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Volunteer Advocate, Center for Victims of Professional Abuse (14+ years)
Part of a small team that exposed the illegal withholding of child support payments from over 13,000 children. This investigative effort gained federal recognition for the organization.
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Fiduciary & Appointee Roles
Demonstrating significant trust from courts and individuals, I have served as a court-assigned guardian, a trustee, and holder of financial and healthcare powers of attorney.
Community Organizing & Public Safety
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Emergency Community Mobilization
Successfully organized an emergency public safety meeting with just four days' notice following a surge in violent crime. The event drew ~110 attendees and key city and county officials and regional news media. The park has since remained safe.
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Crisis Response & Policy Reform
Following a critical incident near Park Center, I identified security gaps and worked with the police chief and city leadership to generate public interest. This collaborative effort caused policies to be reevaluated, leading to improved safety protocols.
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Organizer, Brooklyn Park Crime Prevention (16+ years)
Grew resident involvement in my district from 15% to 85%. My neighborhood communication model was adopted by the city as the standard for crime prevention alerts.
"You and Brian built the model for the rest of the city. Your own neighborhood alerts beat the city’s [information distribution] by days…" — Michael Sable, Interim City Manager for Brooklyn Park (6th largest city in Minnesota), 7/2/15
Health, Civic & Community Resources
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Medical Discussion Moderator (4+ years)
Moderated a private international endocrinology group with over 5,000 members. This role involved facilitating high-level discussions between patients and some of the world's top medical specialists.
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Civic & Political Engagement
Served as data analyst for Huldah Momanyi-Hiltsley's historic MN House campaign. Graduate of both the Hennepin County Citizens Academy and the Brooklyn Park Police Citizen’s Academy.
Honors & Awards
In the News
August 6, 2025
Meeting with Kenyan Presidential Candidate Dr. Fred Matiang'i
Featured on Emesa FM (National Media in Kenya) after meeting with Dr. Fred Matiang'i to discuss community and international topics.
August 14, 2018
Brooklyn Park Considers Changing Solicitor Ordinance
CCX Media: Quoted regarding a proposal to update Brooklyn Park's solicitor ordinance, highlighting long-standing efforts to improve public safety and resident awareness.
August 10, 2018
Brooklyn Park looks to tighten rules for door-to-door sales
Star Tribune: Featured for spearheading a community-driven effort to reform the city's ordinance on door-to-door sales, aiming to enhance resident security.
May 3, 2017
Interview on Patient Advocacy
KSTP-TV: Interviewed about patient advocacy work, discussing the importance of holding healthcare institutions accountable for patient safety and care.
February 1, 2017
Fairview security
Minnesota Daily: Provided commentary as a patient advocate on federal citations issued to Fairview Hospital for security lapses and patient safety concerns.
January 26, 2017
Medicare disciplines Fairview over patient runaway
Star Tribune: Quoted as the patient advocate who filed the complaint that led to federal regulators disciplining Fairview Hospital, featured in a front-page story above the fold.