Ian Firla

Bio

Ian Firla is an entrepreneur and investor who co-founded OSTC Group and helped build it into an international business over nearly two decades. During that time, he helped develop and spin out businesses in financial education and foreign exchange, and was a finalist in the European Business Awards. Following the sale of OSTC's operating business in 2024, Ian has focused on advising founders and leadership teams on growth, strategy and execution. At New Wave VC, he brings the perspective of someone who has built businesses, navigated their challenges and taken them through an exit.