Ian Macdonald is an experienced Sustainable Project Management consultant and the sole proprietor of Sustainable Project Management (SPM). With a robust background in agricultural management holding a B.Agric. Mgt. from the University of Natal, and Marketing Management qualifications including a Post Grad. Diploma in Mkt. Mgt. from UNISA and a Graduate Diploma in Export Marketing Management from IEX, Jhb, Ian excels at integrating sustainable practices into project management.

Ian's expertise extends to ISO 18000 Food Safety and 14001 Environment Management Strategy (EMS) and Compliance, sustainable and regenerative farming, Best Management Practices (BMPs), Precision Farming leveraging ICT & IoT technologies, as well as certifications in Renewable Energy (RE) and Neem Tree courses.

With a wealth of experience in farming and a deep commitment to sustainability, Ian has been actively involved in various facets of agriculture, including farm planning, community projects, farm advising, land rezoning, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA's), RE projects, sustainable project planning, property development, and project management. SPM, under Ian's leadership, operates as a well-positioned, small-scale, low-overhead 'boutique' consultancy offering specialised environmental services tailored to land development projects across agricultural, conservation, recreational, residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

SPM distinguishes itself by collaborating with a select group of associates and specialists who bring specific professional skills and expertise to each project on an ad-hoc basis, ensuring that clients receive tailored solutions that meet their unique needs and objectives. Ian Macdonald's dedication to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship shines through in every project undertaken by SPM, making him a trusted partner in driving positive change through sustainable project management practices.