After completing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, he followed is calling and worked as a wildlife guide in Southern Africa, specializing in tracking lions.  Ian attained the highest tracking and guiding qualification possible, that of ‘Scout’, awarded to him by The Field Guides Association of South Africa.  ‘The award recognises excellence in guiding in big game areas, weapon handling, and tracking. He was the first person to achieve this distinction.

During his time as a guide he discovered that he had a talent for teaching and story telling which led to a career in public speaking. Once of his core beliefs is that people have a lot to learn from nature. Sound business sense is linked to a knowledgeable insight into how nature thrives. His presentations assault the senses with stunning photographs, thunderous roars, humour, and an ability to tell and act out the story.

Audiences leave enthralled, and repeat the stories to friends and colleagues, which further entrenches the message and results in immense take-home business value.