Mr. Ian is an accomplished and results-oriented commercialization expert with over 20 years of experience in program management, strategic analysis, and process improvement. Holding an MBA in Finance from the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester and an active Secret security clearance, he has built a distinguished career focused on driving the growth and success of critical technology programs which he continues to do at ScienceDocs.

Services:

• Customized Market Research
• Strategic Introductions
• Commercialization Plan Development
• Go-to-market Strategy
• Product Roadmaps
• Pricing Strategy
• Business Planning
• IP Strategy
• Manufacturing Partners
• Slide Deck Preparation/Review

Experience: In addition to serving as a ScienceDocs Commercialization Expert, Mr. Ian is a subject matter expert in the Department of War (DoW) and Department of Navy (DON) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in developing and implementing due diligence policies to address Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) and has provided expert guidance to government and industry stakeholders. He has personally assisted over 350 small businesses in developing transition plans, market analyses, and commercialization strategies to secure Phase III awards and transition vital technologies to the military and commercial markets. His work has also involved collaboration with other federal agencies, including NASA, the Department of Energy (DOE), and the National Science Foundation (NSF). 

Mr. Ian earned his Bachelor of Science in Ceramic Engineering from Alfred University and is a certified Six Sigma Lean Black Belt Professional. His unique combination of technical expertise, financial acumen, and deep programmatic knowledge makes him a leader in technology transition and commercialization.

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