Ivan Clark is an Ecologist and a member of the Chartered Institute of Town Planning. He has worked for NatureScot, Scotland's Nature Agency for over 25 years in a variety of roles from advising local authorities on the impact of new development on nature and promoting the multiple benefits of urban nature-based solutions. He recently worked in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh to deliver a new online course on nature-positive grassland management. His current focus is on nature-based jobs and skills and inspiring the next generation to consider a career working for nature.