Ron Glass and Ian Ratner became acquainted in the 1990s while working together on a real estate workout. They formed a personal and professional friendship that resulted in the formation of GlassRatner Advisory & Capital Group LLC in 2001.

Ron and Ian shared a common vision for a professional services firm focused on integrity, cost efficiency, superior client service and flawless administration. They foresaw a firm where senior team members remained directly involved with client work—and where parties could start projects without executing a draconian engagement letter.  

Prior to the formation of GlassRatner, Ron Glass held C-level positions in a number of business entities controlled by Sam Zell, one of the nation’s best known real estate entrepreneurs and deal makers. Since founding the firm, Ron has led almost every type of matter related to distressed companies and troubled real estate entities including acting as financial advisor to debtors and creditors in bankruptcy cases,  leading numerous complex out-of-court restructurings, acting as plan administrator, Chapter 11 trustee, liquidating agent, and Chief Restructuring Officer. Ron is recognized as one of the nation’s leading restructuring professionals, and he has served as an expert panelist or keynote speaker on numerous occasions. Clients and colleagues appreciate Ron’s relaxed style, and his easygoing nature is a calming influence in difficult situations.

Ian Ratner has built a diverse practice helping clients resolve non-typical business challenges. Prior to the formation of GlassRatner, Ian held senior leadership positions with Kroll Associates and in the financial advisory services practice of Ernst & Young. Ian has established a proven track record as a forensic accountant, expert witness and bankruptcy advisor.  In recent years Ian has led large creditor committee assignments, advised borrowers in multi-bank out of court restructurings, led the liquidation of a number of hedge funds and financial institutions, and acted as Receiver in various Caribbean jurisdictions.  Ian continues to have an active practice as an expert witness working for both plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes litigation matters.  Ian is a regular lecturer, and guest speaker at law firms around the country presenting on valuation, bankruptcy and complex litigation support topics. Ian is recognized by his clients and colleagues as a caring leader and a skillful communicator.

Ron and Ian have remained true to their original vision for GlassRatner. They have stayed directly involved with client work, and they have inspired the successful can-do culture of GlassRatner. They have built a national team of dedicated professionals, while leading the firm to phenomenal levels of growth, respect and recognition.