Ian Bowell

Ian Bowell is an accomplished cybersecurity and technology leader with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as Virtual Chief Information Security Officer and Director of Information Security at Thrive, Ian specializes in cybersecurity management, regulatory compliance, and delivering solutions to mitigate client security risks. Previously, Ian founded Ian Bowell Consulting Ireland, focusing on intelligent business technology consulting, and held leadership positions at major organizations such as Microsoft and Prologue Capital, where responsibilities included digital transformation, technology strategy, and engineering management. Ian holds a BSc in Computer Science from University College Dublin, an EMBA in International Business from Quantic School of Business and Technology, and a Merit Diploma in Software Development from Code Institute, demonstrating a strong educational foundation in technology and business.