Ian Kippen

Ian Kippen serves as the Programming and Resource Manager at NATO’s Allied Command Operations since February 2018, previously holding the role of Project Manager as an independent consultant from September 2016 to February 2018, focusing on education and training in multinational organizations. With a robust background in strategic planning and military advisory roles, Kippen led a 65-member international team at Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe to develop crisis responses and brief senior leaders on NATO’s strategic planning from March 2013 to September 2016. Key experiences also include serving as Senior Military Advisor with the United Nations Stabilisation Mission to the Congo and Political Advisor at Joint Force Command Brunssum. Earlier positions include Chief ANA Force Integration with NATO in Afghanistan, overseeing substantial resources for the Afghan National Army, and senior roles within the UK Ministry of Defence and US Department of Defense. Educational credentials comprise an MSc in Design of Information Systems from Cranfield University, a BSc in Physics and IT from The Open University, and a BA in Social Science from the University of Bradford.