Ian Surra

Global Director Of Industrial Design at Cannondale

Ian Surra has a diverse work experience in the field of industrial design. Ian most recently worked at Cannondale as the Global Director of Industrial Design, a position they have held since June 2023. Prior to that, they spent six years at Cycling Sports Group, starting as an Industrial Designer and later becoming the Industrial Design Manager in September 2020. In this role, they designed industry-leading bicycles, parts, and accessories for Cannondale and GT Bicycles, while also managing a global team of industrial designers.

Before their time at Cycling Sports Group, Ian worked as a Sustainability Advocate & Bike Mechanic at the University of Cincinnati Office of Sustainability from January 2012 to April 2014. Ian also gained valuable experience as an Industrial Design Co-op at Such + Such in 2013, Specialized Bicycle Components in 2013, Specialized Bicycle Components in 2012, and Jack Rouse Associates in 2011.

Overall, Ian Surra has demonstrated their expertise in industrial design and their ability to lead teams and create innovative designs in the cycling industry.

Ian Surra attended the University of Cincinnati from 2009 to 2014, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial and Product Design.

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Cannondale

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We’re a free-thinking bicycle company that wants to inspire the world to ride. We’ve been around since 1971, but we’re just getting started. Disruptive through relentless innovation, we're guided by a love for cycling, and making cycling better – whatever it takes. We believe in the joy of the bicycle as a common denominator shared across the world. Join us in searching for new and better ways to share it with anyone who wants to take a ride. Headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut, USA, we have offices in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Japan.


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