Our Team
Your Security Distributor for the SaaS World
Our leadership team has over 8 decades of information security industry experience and expertise.
The heritage of our founders in bringing new and emerging information security technologies to market has enabled us to forge strong relationships with investors, analysts and technology entrepreneurs, giving us unique insights and access to the latest disruptive innovation.
Combining this with our relationships with C-suite decision-makers and influencers within end-user organisations – understanding their business goals and challenges – we can map a portfolio of technologies and services to help our partners deliver complete security solutions and support that address real business needs, thereby enabling resellers to stay relevant and end-users to stay protected and connected.
Peter Ledger
CEO
Peter has a wealth of experience in taking leading, cutting edge security and networking technologies to market both directly to end customers and through a multi-tier channel model.He was co-founder and Sales Director of Quadrant Networks, a UK based VAR that specialised in working with innovative security and networking technology companies selling to large financial institutions, e-commerce, online gaming and travel companies to name a few.
Peter was instrumental in building and leading the sales and marketing operation. Quadrant Networks was successfully sold to the SecureData group in 2012, where he became Enterprise Sales Director.
Paul Risk
COO
After nearly two decades in the IT security and networking industry, Paul has vast experience in both the technical and commercial aspects of this fast-changing industry.Having worked for several technology manufacturers, distributors, and resellers he has a unique understanding of the challenges and pressures throughout the whole channel.
After co-founding Quadrant Networks in 2008 as Technical Director, within four years they became widely regarded as the UK specialist in deploying and supporting application delivery and security solutions.
Quadrant Networks was acquired by the SecureData group in November 2012, where Paul took on the role of Chief Technology Officer. He was instrumental in the transformation of the business over the following two years.
"We believe in the power of the channel to deliver technology innovations that drive business growth"
1How do I become an Ignition Technology Partner or VAR?
You can get in touch with us by clicking on the Become a Partner button or via the information on our Contact Us page. Once we receive your request, we’ll get one of Channel specialists to contact you and take you through our onboarding process.
2What support does Ignition Technology offer Partners or VARs?
At Ignition Technology, we work as an extension of your team. Whether you need support with sales & product training, pre-sales services, go-to-marketing & lead-gen campaigns, or implementation, our team is ready to help you identify & convert opportunities across our portfolio.
3Why partner with Ignition Technology?
Nobody knows cloud & Saas cybersecurity solutions like we do. Our team understands the intricacies of the industry, the complexities of the technologies in the market, and are committed to developing and supporting the channel.
4How long does it take to become a Partner?
No two VARs are the same. Once our team has made contact with you and understood your requirements, we’ll build out an onboarding programme that is unique to you and the vendors that you would like to sell. The programme will include a short qualification process and if successful will be followed by dedicated enablement sessions. You could be transacting in a matter of weeks.
5How do I transact through Ignition Technology?
We work closely with our Vendors and will support you in protecting your opportunities by registering your deals. We will follow up, keeping you informed every step of the way.