About
Ian Charles Philips
Companies I’ve Worked With
Leadership Philosophy
A business-first approach shaped by entrepreneurial experience and proven through successful exits and enterprise leadership
“ Your business needs technology, but your business is the key thing. You need to put your business process first, technology second and focus on outcomes”
– On strategic business-technology alignment
“When you’re young, take as much risk as possible because generally it will pay off as long as your enthusiastic and have the drive power”
– On entrepreneurial risk-taking and growth mindset
“ Excellence come in striving for that bit of extra and making sure you’re good at what you do and not settling for less”
– On Operational excellence and performance
Entrepreneur, Strategic Advisor, & GM at HCLSoftware FSO
Ian is a visionary leader whose journey exemplifies the intersection of entrepreneurial success and technology innovation. His expertise spans from founding and successfully exiting companies to strategic advisory roles and early-stage investment ventures.
Leadership & Entrepreneurial Success:
- Proven track record in building and selling successful technology companies
- Active advisory board member guiding strategic decisions
- Early-stage investor with focus on technology innovation
- Mentor to emerging startups, sharing practical insights from personal experience
As HCLSoftware, Ian leads the Full Stack Observability division, bringing his entrepreneurial mindset to corporate innovation. His approach combines practical business acumen with deep technology understanding, making him particularly valuable to startups navigating their growth journey.
Through his advisory roles and mentorship, Ian helps shape the future of technology by:
- Providing strategic guidance to emerging companies
- Identifying and nurturing promising innovations
- Leveraging his network to create opportunities for growth
- Offering practical insights from his entrepreneurial journey