Ian Fischer

Role

As President, Ian leads client relationships, technical strategy, and daily operations. He remains hands-on as a senior engineer and project manager, staying close to the technology and the clients who depend on it.

Experience & Background

With nearly 30 years in the IT field, Ian has extensive hands-on experience in network design, systems support, and project management across a wide range of environments. His work has spanned everything from building and supporting complex infrastructure to leading full lifecycle technology projects, giving him a practical, real-world perspective on what it takes to keep systems reliable, secure, and aligned with business needs.

Prior to founding IBF Consulting, Ian spent six years at Martin Progressive, LLC, where he served as Senior Engineer and Vice President of Technology. He built and managed a team of 15 engineers supporting more than 25 clients across the tri-state area, and designed and managed the firm's wide area network spanning five cities and over 200 users.

Earlier in his career, Ian worked on Wall Street supporting hedge funds and financial operations, with a focus on back-office systems, trade settlement, and platforms for reconciling multi-currency transactions and derivatives activity. This experience established a strong foundation in precision, uptime, and security.

Ian's decades of consulting experience continue to shape how he leads IBF Consulting today - bringing a disciplined, hands-on approach to every engagement, with a focus on accountability, long-term stability, and solutions that work in the real world.