Scott Ryan is a documentary director who created MANIFESTO!, a television series chronicling activists' work. He founded the Monkey Wrench Agency and co-founded the Identify Foundation nonprofit for endangered species. Known as an "Advocate of Advocacy," Ryan has made thousands of communications advocating for environmental, animal welfare, and human rights issues and has volunteered or fundraised for major environmental organizations. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys mountain climbing, river rafting, cave exploring, and occasional sailing.