Ian Halliday

Ian builds and manages high performing teams that drive business transformation to deliver outstanding results. He thrives on evolutionary change and is at his best when creating a vision for success, aligning his team, and driving forward momentum. His inspiring and influential leadership fosters an environment where team members achieve the impossible.

Ian began his career at IBM Australia in Sales in 1984. After marrying and relocating to Canada, Ian moved into software and professional services with an IBM business partner and quickly progressed from SVP Business Development to President and CEO. In this capacity Ian led the organization to unprecedented growth, fueled by sales acumen, successful merger and acquisition activity, and ultimately a listing on the TSX. While building a talented executive team he created a winning workplace culture that promoted results, fun and growth. Following the sale of this company, Ian joined a UK software organization and headed up the team that successfully sold and delivered a $20M software and services contract.

In 2004, as EVP & COO for SilverBirch Inc., Ian drove several rounds of private financing, and ultimately a TSX-V listing for the company. Additionally, Ian was responsible for selling and implementing three major branded distribution contracts.

In 2012, as VP Document Process Management at The DATA Group, Ian transformed the company from a legacy print provider to a strategic outsourcing solution provider. His efforts gave rise to new product development and vertical market opportunities. His foresight and development of long-term marketing strategies helped set the direction of the company for long-term sustainable growth.

A visionary leader, with superior EQ, Ian embraces the challenge of transforming organizations and leading new, innovative products and services to gain competitive advantage.

Ian received his Bachelors Degree in Business and an Associate Diploma in Computer Science from Charles Sturt University in Australia. He is an avid skier and fitness enthusiast and enjoys spending time with his wife, daughters and friends at their cottage in Muskoka.