Ian Sandler
About Ian Sandler
Ian Sandler serves as the Partner Engagement Lead for Strategic Partners at the World Economic Forum, where he has worked since 2021. He manages relationships with Fortune 100 financial institutions and has extensive experience in partnership development across various organizations.
Work at World Economic Forum
Ian Sandler serves as the Partner Engagement Lead for Strategic Partners at the World Economic Forum since 2021. In this role, he manages relationships with eight Fortune 100 financial institutions and mobility partners. Sandler is responsible for leading on-the-ground activities in Davos, Switzerland, particularly during the Forum's flagship Annual Meeting. He collaborates directly with C-Suite teams from major corporations to identify engagement opportunities, enhancing the strategic partnerships that are critical to the Forum's mission.
Previous Experience at Forcier Consulting
Before joining the World Economic Forum, Ian Sandler held several positions at Forcier Consulting. He started as a Business Development Officer in Cairo, Egypt, from 2014 to 2015. He then advanced to the role of Senior Partnerships Manager from 2015 to 2016, followed by Director of Partnerships & Business Development from 2016 to 2019, both based in Washington D.C. During his tenure, he focused on building and managing strategic partnerships.
Education and Expertise
Ian Sandler holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Anthropology from McGill University. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Government from the University of Ghana. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in social sciences, which complements his expertise in partnership development and engagement strategies.
Career Background
Ian Sandler's career includes diverse roles across various organizations. He worked as a Manager of Institutional Relations at Grameen Foundation from 2020 to 2021 in Washington D.C. He also served as an English as a Second Language Teacher at Kaplan International Colleges in 2013. Earlier in his career, he was a Communications Officer at Projects Abroad in Kathmandu, Nepal, and an Editorial Researcher at the National Geographic Society in Washington D.C. Metro Area.