Ian has had a dynamic career to date. Initially, starting his career as a soldier with the Australian Army where he participated in the Bicentennial Military Tattoo and as a recruit instructor through to being and Education Manager in TAFE (SA). For the past 14 years he has gained extensive experience within the building and construction sector. The diversity of his experience within defence and education has led Ian to become successful as a construction and project manager.
Ian has been instrumental in supporting the development and establishment of the Aboriginal Business Industry Chamber of South Australia (ABICSA). He has an extensive network Australia wide with wellestablished relationships within the Aboriginal Business Sector. This has been recognised by Aboriginal Enterprise in Mining, Exploration and Energy (AEMEE) were he was invited to be a key note speaker at this year’s annual conference held in Adelaide. Ian has been quoted to say “I am totally committed to our cause. I will continue in my endeavour to win the hearts and minds of senior managers and business owners in need to engage, develop and maintain Aboriginal employment within their businesses.” This is his mission.
Ian is one of the indigenous owners of PACM and has extensive and ongoing relationships with various Indigenous groups throughout Australia.