Ian is a seasoned executive and strategy consultant with 25+ years of experience in environmental, energy, and climate solutions. Formerly the acting and deputy executive director of the David Suzuki Foundation, he has influenced national and provincial climate policy and advised governments, including serving on B.C.’s Climate Solutions Council and Vancouver’s Greenest City Action Team.
A passionate backcountry skier, Ian transitioned to sustainability in the early 2000s, founding the Alpine Club of Canada’s Melting Mountains Awareness Program to highlight climate change’s impact on winter sports. He lives in Squamish with his family, exploring B.C.'s backcountry.