Ian Hunter

Ian Hunter is a successful businessman based in the UK. He owns an aluminium supply company that operates depots in Sittingbourne, Bristol, and Hitchin, employing 50 staff. His business provides materials to nuclear power plants and to the tour stages of major artists such as Kylie Minogue and Take That. He has owned the company for 18 years.

Ian Hunter made headlines when he took on some of the world's best poker players and emerged victorious in a high-stakes game at the Super High Roller Event of the online poker Live London Festival. Despite openly admitting that he was "giving away far too much information" compared to the superstars at the table, Hunter benefited from an incredible run of cards and seemed unable to lose. His win against elite competition remains a notable highlight of his poker career.

While primarily a businessman, Hunter also enjoys playing high-stakes poker online. His approach at the live event was described as unassuming, but he demonstrated that luck combined with a fearless attitude can overcome even the most skilled opponents.

Ian Hunter lives with his wife Rosalind, 54, who serves as the company secretary. They have two sons, Tom (32) and David (29), both of whom work in the family business. Tom also plays poker. Outside of poker and business, Hunter is a fan of golf and supports Manchester United. He often combines family holidays with poker travel, such as planning a trip to the Bahamas where a major tournament was taking place.

Ian Hunter's story is a testament to the idea that poker success is not limited to full-time professionals. His Super High Roller victory showcases the potential for amateur players to thrive when the cards run their way, and his ongoing participation in both live and online poker continues to inspire recreational players.