Ian Glasner is the Group Head of Emerging Technology, Innovation, and Ventures at HSBC. In this role he leads the global teams covering AI, Digital Assets and Currencies, Quantum, Venture Capital, Product Incubation, and Digital Partnerships. Prior to this role, Ian was the Managing Director and Chief of Staff for the Global Technology and Operations division at HSBC.

Ian has also held key product and sales roles at Google Cloud, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Apple. Early on in his career, Ian founded a technology company in the restaurant space.

Ian has started two non-profit efforts in Haiti and currently serves as a Board Member for Global Fund for Children. Ian also served as an Advisory Board Member to the President of Carnegie Mellon University for five years.

In 2024, Ian was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.

Ian holds two Bachelor of Science degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, the first in Electrical and Computer Engineering and the second in Business Administration.