Ian Wainwright

Ian Wainwright has had a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Ian most recently served as the Commercial Director at Field Studies Council since January 2020. Prior to this, they held the position of Head of Marketing and Communications at STEM Learning UK from September 2018 to December 2019. Ian also worked as the Head of Marketing and Communications at Penny Appeal, an international charity, from February 2018 to August 2018.

Before that, Ian held multiple roles at Wakefield College, including Commercial Director from August 2011 to January 2012 and Commercial Development and External Relations - Assistant Principal from January 2012 to January 2018. Ian also served as the Head of Marketing & Business Development at The Manchester College from July 2005 to July 2011.

Ian's earlier work experience includes the role of Business Development Manager at McMillan Scott PLC from December 2003 to July 2005. Ian began their career with a graduate scheme at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in August 1998, where they held various management roles until September 2000.

In the early 2000s, Ian worked on temporary contract assignments and traveled extensively.

Ian Wainwright obtained a Ba Hons degree in Management International from the University of Hull from 1994 to 1998. Ian further pursued their education at the University of Salford, where they completed a CIM postgraduate professional diploma in Marketing from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, they earned a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Marketing from the University of Salford between 2008 and 2010.