ABOUT IGNITE PARTNERS
Ignite Partners is a boutique consultancy based in Sydney. For years our founders, David and Ray, saw the frustration of founders and CEOs at their inability to reach their full potential in this market. Whether by the investment made too early or too late; hiring in haste, or picking the wrong route to market; how and when you decide to enter a market has been shown to be as important as the problem your offering is fixing.
We represent only the most effective and market-proven technology firms as they fire up their ANZ and APAC market entries. By carefully selecting the companies we work with based on quality and market relevance, we are trusted advisors to the corporate and government buying community.
Our unparalleled network of potential customers and local support is only the beginning – through proactive and structured lead generation, we ensure that no stone is left unturned as our clients begin their journey here.
LED BY EXPERIENCE
DAVID ECCLES
Director
David has 20 years experience starting his career in enterprise sales and management in Ireland before moving to Australia in early 2008.
Previously David was the Director for Enterprise Ireland, the Irish Governments venture capital and trade development arm. He managed teams in Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland to assist with market entry and scale for 600+ companies.
Prior to Enterprise Ireland, David had a career in the management of workforce management teams in Ireland and Australia, as well as Enterprise Sales with IBM.
Additionally, David is a mental health ambassador and co-founder of WNOW, an award-winning men’s mental health foundation, working to reduce male suicides, with over 500 men taking part in the programs weekly.
David is a doting father of 3 beautiful children Riley, Harper and Arlo and proud husband to Cynthia. Outside of work David will be found on the sports field either playing or coaching.
RAY FLEMING
Director
Ray has over 20 years of sales and general management experience in Australia and Ireland.
Over his time at Enterprise Ireland (EI), Ray has assisted over 40 companies with their market entry to Australia and the broader APAC region.
Prior to EI, Ray had a lengthy career in consulting – staffing, human capital, and workforce management. As well as being a successful individual contributor, Ray spent over 10 years starting, leading, and growing teams throughout APAC
Ray is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, an accredited Suicide Prevention Counsellor with Lifeline Australia, and the proud Dad of three boys – Will, Sam & Ollie.