Ian Riggs

Ian was the initial drive and visionary for the Eight Foundation long before its launch in September 2017 when he took the role as Chair of Trustees.

Ian’s previous experience in the charity sector includes trusteeship of The Elizabeth Foundation, the UK’s largest single provider of education services for babies and preschool children with hearing loss, and extensive fundraising for St James Place Charitable Foundation. His personal fundraising efforts have seen him take part in numerous charity runs, cycling challenges and even climbing Mount Everest.

As CEO of Eight Wealth Management, a Chartered Financial Planner and Chairman of the Trustees, Ian oversees the management, promotion and finances of the Eight Foundation. He chairs quarterly meetings, hosts events, acts as the face of the Foundation and ensures the matching of donations from Eight Wealth Management.