Speaker Profile

Ian, is a co-founder and President of Circular Economy Victoria, a not-for-profit dedicated to Victoria’s transition to a more Circular Economy by enabling the establishment and growth of small and medium Circular enterprises.

He has a deep passion for the application of Doughnut Economics to work towards a safe and just world where everyone can thrive in balance with of our planet. As a former Partner in IBM’s consulting business, at various times, he has led IBM’s digital strategy, experience and design practice, and retail industry practice in Australia and New Zealand.

He currently serves on the Board of the Royal Botanic Gardens Foundation Victoria and Circular Economy Victoria. Ian also works on assisting organisations, of any size, take advantage of digital capabilities to grow their enterprise, by developing engaging customer and stakeholder experiences, whilst staying true to their core purpose and values.

He has lived in many places across the world including England, Mauritius, Canada, Singapore, the USA and has finally settled in Melbourne with his wife and two young children.