Ian is a professional with over 35 years extensive experience in international business. Born and educated in Cape Town, South Africa, his career has been characterised by an emphasis on business and corporate development, access to capital, and finance. Ian has established himself as a pivotal figure in fostering strategic financial partnerships and international relations, aiding numerous companies in accessing global opportunities.

Since exiting the full-time operational role at BioCina and Bridgewest, Ian has begun offering support to companies in Australia by leveraging his experience and extensive relationships in the life sciences industry in the United States, Europe and Asia.

Ian’s career is marked by his skill at forging strategic financial partnerships with a wide array of institutions. His ability to connect local, national, and international organisations has been a cornerstone of his professional journey. Additionally, Ian has excelled in fostering international relations with both government agencies and private institutions, further amplifying his impact in the global business arena. He has an investor network encompassing Australia, New Zealand, Asia and United States.

Ian is Executive Director of Triovance Holdings, LLC, a biotech company based in San Diego and Advisor to BiomeBank, a microbiome platform company based in Adelaide, Australia.