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Ian is Product Director at QS, leading the strategy and development of SaaS solutions that help universities manage international mobility, partnerships, reputation, and application management. His focus is on delivering solutions that provide unique insights, enable action to address institutional needs, and streamline processes - supporting users across international offices, admissions teams, career services, alumni relations, strategic planning, and more.
He managed the establishment of QS’ software business through the acquisition of a German edtech company and has since expanded it to serve over 500 institutions in more than 40 countries. With a background spanning computer science, technical roles and leadership positions at IBM, startups, and now QS, Ian brings a broad perspective on how technology - and the new possibilities of AI - can drive positive change and innovation in higher education institutions.
Ian and his team work in close partnership with universities, combining consultative guidance with practical solutions that deliver meaningful, lasting value.
Outside of QS
Outside of work, Ian connects personally with QS’ mission: his own children are now at university, giving him a direct view of the journeys that students and families experience.
Areas of expertise
- Digital transformation
- International relationship management, and mobility management (QS MoveON)
- Managing stakeholder relationships for reputation (QS Reputation Manager)
- Applications management (QS MoveIN)
- Data insights for reputation and internationalisation
- International partnership solutions
- Planning & Product Strategy