Ian Symis

Ian Symis has extensive experience in insights and analysis roles, primarily within Boots UK. Ian started as a Senior Insights Analyst in 2002, progressed to Senior Insights Manager, and later held the position of Senior Manager for Analysis & Research at Alliance Boots. From 2015, they served as Senior Manager and then Head of Insights at Boots UK, focusing on customer and market insights for the General Merchandise business unit. Additionally, Ian served as a Director on the board of trustees for Sustainable Travel Collective Ltd, overseeing corporate governance and supporting the charity's vision and commercial activities.

Ian Symis completed their Bachelor of Arts in Geography at St. Martin's College from 1991 to 1994. Ian then pursued a Master of Arts in Human Geography at the University of Leeds from 1994 to 1995. Later, they completed an Executive MBA at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University from 2020 to 2023. In June 2023, they obtained the Chartered Manager Fellow certification from the Chartered Management Institute.