Chairman,, Benx
Ian Wilson is the Chairman of Benx, a leading provider of innovative façade solutions. Prior to joining the company in 2015, Ian spent more than two decades advising companies across a range of industries on strategic and financial matters, as a partner at Ernst & Young (US) and Grant Thornton (UK), as well as 5 years as an investment banker in New York. He also spent 5 years as European CFO and UK Country Manager at Home Décor Innovations.
Ian’s role at Benx includes spearheading strategic projects to create new market opportunities. The group’s most recent development is the launch of Safewall®, a breakthrough rainscreen innovation designed to reduce complexity, while meeting the highest safety standards and offering exceptional design flexibility. Safewall® is the culmination of 5 years of product development, testing and certification activities, involving colleagues from every part of the Benx group.
With a passion for excellence and a commitment to driving success, Ian thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment where he can apply his strategic insights and knowledge to navigate the complexities of the façade industry.
Whether fostering customer relationships, leading new product initiatives, or market expansion efforts, Ian is dedicated to delivering unparalleled value and building on Benx’s reputation as a leading façade system innovator.
As a speaker at ZAK Birmingham, Ian will share his insights into the key challenges facing architects and specialist contractors when designing, procuring and installing rainscreen systems. His presentation will share how Safewall® can respond to these challenges to support the design and construction of safe, high performance buildings, featuring exceptional façades.
