Gavin Appel

Founder of Ignition Lane and experienced technology executive

Gavin Appel is the founder of Ignition Lane, a consultancy firm that leverages his extensive experience to assist ambitious leaders in navigating the complexities of growth and innovation. With over 25 years of global operational and investment experience in the technology sector, he has a strong background in startups and venture capital.

Professional Background

Founder of Ignition Lane: Established to provide strategic insights and support to businesses aiming to evolve beyond their current success.
Former Partner at Square Peg: Played a key role in this venture capital firm, contributing to its growth and investment strategies.
Co-founder of Onestack: This startup advisory firm focuses on guiding new ventures through their early stages.

Expertise

Gavin's expertise spans across various domains, including:

Startup advisory
Tech investment
Operational strategy

His approach combines practical experience with a deep understanding of the startup ecosystem, making him a valuable resource for organizations looking to innovate and expand.

Experience

Founder at Ignition Lane (August 2018 - Present)

Trustee at Telematics Trust (December 2018 - Present); Advisor, Beachhead Program at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (July 2017 - Present); Co-founder at Onestack (October 2015 - July 2018); Venture Partner and Partner at Square Peg Capital (October 2015 - May 2016; June 2013 - September 2015); Senior Vice President at Experian (May 2009 - June 2012); Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President, Product Development at Hitwise (October 2007 - October 2009; July 2004 - September 2007); General Manager at Sinewave Interactive (December 1998 - June 2004); Co-founder at Lifelounge (1998 - 2001)