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Ian Hodgson

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Managing Director at Global Fire & Security Systems
📍 Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

Ian Hodgson is the Managing Director at Global Fire & Security, bringing extensive leadership experience from senior roles at ADT Fire & Security. He has a proven record in achieving growth and efficiency across the sector, supported by an MBA from Nottingham University Business School. Colleagues describe him as focused, innovative, and keenly analytical.

Outside of his executive duties, Ian maintains a strong interest in business strategy and current affairs, staying informed on market trends through publications like the Harvard Business Review and BBC News. He is focused on the principles of effective leadership and business development.

He remains hands-on with the technical aspects of the industry, recently seeking specialized assistance for commissioning a specific model of flame detector.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
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Strategic Growth
His current role focuses on directing the company through a key growth phase, emphasizing controlled expansion and high customer satisfaction.
Employee Engagement
He believes that employee development is the primary driver for any successful business to deliver outstanding, long-term customer service.
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Career

Work history

5-2017
Managing Director
Global Fire & Security Systems
6-2011 - 4-2017
Managing Director - North Region
ADT Fire & Security
6-2004 - 7-2011
General Manager - East Midlands
ADT Fire & Security
9-1999 - 5-2004
Regional Managing Director
Swift Fire & Security
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Education
2006 - 2009
MBA
Nottingham University Business School
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