Ian Hunter

About me

Working in the EdTech market for over 25 years, with extensive experience of global education markets

Ian has worked in the EdTech market for over 25 years and has worked for some of the largest education companies in the world including Tes Global, Discovery Education and RM Education. As Global Director, Sales Director or Commercial Director he has been responsible for driving growth across a range of EdTech products and services to schools, colleges, Universities and Ministries of Education globally.

Ian has extensive experience of working in global education markets with a network stretching across Asia and the Middle East, as well as the UK and Europe. Ian has worked with all major school membership organisations and is a regular speaker at EdTech events around the world on subjects ranging from teacher training, the impact of UK Education on International Schools worldwide and commercial strategies in China.

Above all Ian has a passion for Education and EdTech. His experience and knowledge of delivering sales and marketing growth strategies underpins the work of Lime Education Consulting.  Ian can call upon his multiple successes in defining, executing, and embedding strategic change. His network of educators, leaders and influencers across the globe gives him a unique insight and opportunity to support the growth of other businesses.

 

What they say

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Well connected

Ian is very well connected across the education space both UK and Internationally. He has built relationships over many years with so many key people across various Edtech companies, DiT, BESA and other organisations across the sector. Ian is passionate about education having spent most of his career working in and with businesses big and small that share the same mission; to serve teachers and students.

Howard Lewis
Managing Director, Discovery Education

Worked closely with DBT

Ian has worked closely with the Department for Business and Trade for several years, supporting Trade Missions, conferences, events and our International Trade Advisers/Commercial Officers worldwide (speaking at BETT Global, BETT Asia, GESS Dubai etc). Ian has a great understanding of the international education market and education technology.

Sarah Chidgey
Head of International Education, Dept for Business & Trade

Trusted by educators

I've known Ian for several years and he always puts himself in the shoes of the customer, he has a deep understanding of the international schools’ market globally and is trusted by educators worldwide.

John Gwyn Jones
CEO, FOBISIA

Much respected

As a much respected and well-liked expert in his field, Ian continues to demonstrate his deep commitment and dedication to helping schools, students and staff to thrive. With the highest level of integrity, Ian is always an absolute pleasure to work with. His creative, positive and solution focused approach is always inspirational. For the benefit of children and young people worldwide, working with Ian on numerous projects over the last 10 years, has always been successful, rewarding and enjoyable.

Colin Bell
CEO, COBIS

Experience of EdTech

I’ve long been an admirer of Ian’s huge knowledge and experience of EdTech, both in the UK and in education systems around the world. Ian has advised Governments, local authorities and MATs and more during the course of his impressive work in EdTech and his down-to-earth, friendly and pragmatic approach will be invaluable to education companies looking to develop their UK and international education strategies.

Caroline Wright
Director General, BESA

Professional and personable

I have worked with Ian for a number of years migrating school websites and applications onto new platforms. His project management skills and knowledge of EdTech are second to none. What's more, he's very professional and personable at the same time.

Geraint Jones
Director, School Website Design Agency

 

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About Ian Hunter

Ian has worked in the EdTech market for over 25 years and has worked for some of the largest education companies in the world including Tes Global, Discovery Education and RM Education. As Global Director, Sales Director or Commercial Director he has been responsible for driving growth across a range of EdTech products and services to schools, colleges, Universities and Ministries of Education globally.

Get in touch

+44 (0)7766 566184

info@limeedu.co.uk