Iona Ballantyne

Iona Ballantyne is an experienced professional in the art and auction sectors, currently serving as a Senior Client Strategy Manager at Christie's since November 2014. Iona's career at Christie's includes previous roles as Client Strategy Manager, Senior Client Strategy Analyst, and Russian Art Sale Coordinator. Prior to this, Iona gained valuable experience at Sotheby's as a Graduate Intern in Russian Art, and completed an internship at The State Hermitage Museum, where contributions included translating exhibition catalogues and interpreting for English-speaking artists. Iona's international experience also encompasses a role as an English Language Assistant at Tyumen State Oil and Gas University in Russia. Iona holds a Bachelor of Arts in Russian from the University of Bristol and a Foundation degree in Art and Design from Chelsea College of Art & Design, along with a strong educational background from James Allen's Girls' School.