Ian Nolan
Senior Media Executive | Board Member, Manchester United Foundation
Professional Summary
Ian Nolan is a senior media executive with expertise in contract negotiation, digital media strategy, and business development. With a strong background in technology and education, he has worked on various initiatives focused on automation, optimization, and social impact. His leadership experience spans both corporate and non-profit sectors, where he actively contributes to mentorship programs and community development projects.
Current Roles
Board Member, Manchester United Foundation (Nov 2024 – Present)
Supporting initiatives that use football to inspire and empower young people in underserved communities.
Education
Bournemouth University, Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) – Computer and Information Systems (2000 – 2004)
Key Projects
Vehicle Routing Problem Using Python (Oct 2021 – Dec 2021)
Associated with Lancaster University
- Developed a Python-based machine delivery optimization program using stochastic techniques and libraries like pandas, NumPy, Tkinter, and matplotlib.
- Implemented an arctangent method to sort delivery coordinates efficiently.
- Applied Hill-Climbing and Simulated Annealing algorithms to refine solutions by 30%.
- Created an interactive visualization and a log file using the pickle package for reusability.
Cloth Folding Machine (Aug 2014 – May 2016)
Associated with Vishwakarma Institute of Technology
- Designed and manufactured an automated cloth-folding prototype to improve efficiency in manual workspaces.
- Addressed industrial needs for automation in textile processing.
Volunteering & Leadership
Organizer, National Service Scheme (NSS) (Dec 2013 – Present)
- Member of a national student association promoting social service in underprivileged communities.
- Completed 120+ hours of community service, focusing on awareness, literacy, and rural development.
Teaching & Administrative Volunteer, Atmabodh, VIT Pune (Aug 2013 – Sep 2015)
- Conducted five workshops aimed at enhancing computer literacy among underprivileged individuals.
- Provided teaching and administrative support to promote self-sufficiency through education.
Project Manager, Ignited Innovators of India (I2I) – BHAU Institute (Aug 2013 – May 2015)
- Led initiatives supporting student social entrepreneurship and community-driven projects.
- Organized events such as orphanage visits and Earth Hour campaigns.
Courses & Certifications
Lancaster University
- Analytics in Practice (MSCI580)
- Data Sourcing, Handling, and Programming (MSCI530)
- Forecasting and Predictive Analytics (MSCI570)
- Intelligent Data Analysis and Visualization (MSCI562)
- Operational Research and Prescriptive Analytics (MSCI502)
- Marketing Analytics (MSCI581)
Vishwakarma Institute of Technology
- Computational Methods in Mechanical Engineering
- Design of Machine Elements
- Design of Mechanical Systems
- Heat Exchanger Mechanisms
- Industrial Engineering
- Optimization Techniques
- Psychology
- Robotics
Additional Courses
- Mathematics (Phulsingh Naik Mahavidyalaya, Pusad)
- Physics (Phulsingh Naik Mahavidyalaya, Pusad)
- English (Phulsingh Naik Mahavidyalaya, Pusad)
- French (Vishwakarma Institute of Technology)
- MATLAB (Vishwakarma Institute of Technology)
Skills & Expertise
- Contract Negotiation
- Digital Media Strategy
- Business Development
- Machine Learning & Optimization
- Youth Mentorship & Social Impact
- Predictive Analytics
Social Media Profiles