Ian is a passionate and results-driven leader with 20 years experience in sales, marketing, and business development. His expertise spans community development across Western Canada, leading the sales and marketing growth of a tech startup throughout the Prairies, and supporting founders and businesses in fostering innovation, building meaningful connections, and scaling their companies.
Strategic Growth for Scaling Startups
As the Business & Innovation Leader at KPMG Canada, Ian leads KPMG High Growth Ventures in Calgary, where he collaborates with scaling startups and entrepreneurs to unlock their potential. Ian plays a valuable role in fostering innovation, building strategic partnerships, and championing businesses as they grow and scale.
Expertise
Ian brings extensive experience in business development, crafting strategic plans that drive measurable growth. He supports startups and scaleups through mentorship, partnerships, and collaboration. His work in community and economic development focuses on fostering innovation and sustainable growth in the tech and business sectors.
Solutions
Ian helps founders refine growth strategies, connect with investors and advisors, and build strong leadership teams. He provides guidance to navigate the challenges and opportunities of scaling in the Canadian tech and business landscape.
Areas of Expertise
Ian specializes in connecting founders with the resources, networks, and expertise they need to thrive. His deep understanding of the startup and scaleup ecosystem positions him as a trusted advisor to entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of scaling their businesses. Through his leadership, Ian helps companies identify growth opportunities, overcome challenges, and align their vision with actionable strategies to achieve sustained success.
Sustainability
Economic Development
Team Alignment
Market Expansion
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High Growth Ventures
Guiding startups and scaleups through transformational growth.
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Technology and Innovation
Supporting businesses in leveraging technology to disrupt and innovate.
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Strategic Ecosystem Development
Building connections between founders, investors, and industry leaders to foster collaboration and growth.
