Occupation:
Ian’s current non-executive roles include being a board member of Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education Limited and Chair of Governors at a local primary school.
Past experience:
Ian is an experienced financial services executive with over 25 years’ leadership experience. He has worked extensively across the UK and also internationally. His most recent role was as Managing Director of Age UK’s Community Interest Company. Past roles have included Managing Director for home, motor & specialist lines for Aviva UK; Chief Executive Officer of Equity Insurance Group, a leading UK motor insurer and broker; Chief Executive Officer of IAG NZ (New Zealand’s largest general insurer) and member nominated director of a major pension scheme.
Committees/working groups:
- Board Member
- Chair of Customer Experience Committee
- Governance Committee member
Personal statement:
Ian graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Psychology, obtained his MBA from Brunel University and is a Chartered Director. Special interests include how risk is managed culturally within organisations, understanding how both individuals and organisations can learn and adapt to new situations and the use of coaching/mentoring to drive fresh insights and change behaviour.
My experiences have given a unique insight into the changing housing requirements of an ageing population. A career in the insurance sector means I look at risks and opportunities in a structured, analytical manner, which helps Boards make informed decisions. Born in Yorkshire, but it feels like I’ve worked everywhere, it’s great to be back!
Interests:
Love cinema/theatre, food, wine and travel.
Date of election to Board:
May 2018