WHO WE ARE

We’re The Growth Drivers — your partners for innovation and venture building.

OUR STORY

The TGD journey began in 2018 after a trip to East Africa. After witnessing the minimal – and often stalled – impact of aid projects first-hand, our founders were driven to make a difference. Determined to create a meaningful impact and deliver enduring value, TGD was born.

Today, TGD works with organisations, startups, researchers and scientists across Australia and beyond. Passionate about all-inclusive improvement, our dedicated teams are experts in their fields and work to increase the positive impact of your organisation.

Great ideas grow from anywhere.

That’s why we structure our team based on the needs of the project and the ways we can deliver the most value.

We believe in collaboration, connection and creativity. Our experts come from all over the world to share unique perspectives on the challenges at hand and deliver an experience-driven, positive solution.

HOW WE WORK

The TGD leaders are just the start of the story. Once we understand the scope of your opportunity, our team of analysts, designers and our extended network of specialists will work shoulder to shoulder with you for success.

This highly diverse team will become your partners and work together to discover the innovation pathways that accelerate your idea.

TGD LEADERS

  • David Ireland

    Co Founder
    Managing Director

    David is an experienced entrepreneur, innovator and investor, and is on a mission to create a better tomorrow.

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  • Paul Barnett

    Co Founder
    Innovation Strategy Lead

    Paul is an entrepreneur, strategic advisor and impact designer with experience in research, government and industry.

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  • Roberto Persivale

    Innovation Program Lead

    Roberto is a versatile systems thinker with business model innovation expertise across government, industry, and startup sectors.

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  • Candace Ngok

    Candace Ngok

    Venture Building Lead

    Candace is an experienced venture builder and GTM expert who has launched and scaled startups, new categories and products in Australia and globally.

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Your progress is our priority.

Our team of business designers, venture builders, innovation and commercialisation experts will guide you through every step of the journey.

Whether it’s ideation, planning or action, we’re passionate about solving problems and know that close collaboration is the key to success. We seek out sustainable solutions – and stick around to see them through.

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