The individuals that have received promotions work across a range of Ignite’s sectors, and Ignite says their appointments recognise the passion they show for their design craft and their commitment to Ignite’s clients and projects.

Grant Bannatyne has been appointed Director of Ignite’s Auckland studio who will draw upon his significant international experience, covering transformative mixed-use and commercial projects. Principal Jeremy Whelan says, “Grant is committed to his craft and is delivering a remarkable extent of work across the business.”

In Tauranga, Damian Simpson has been appointed to a Director role, which Ignite states is based on his skill as a strategic advisor and architect, along with his industry experience in the healthcare and aged care sectors in particular. Whelan says, “Damian has been an integral part of developing our Tauranga studio, and his new role will help to grow our presence in the wider Bay of Plenty region.”

New Associate Directors are Anthony Sephton, Eric Tell, and Stuart McKechnie in Auckland, and Steve Cropp in Wellington.

Principal Grant Armstrong says “Our new Associate Directors represent the future of the business. Working on complex projects, they extend incredible dedication to our clients, along with being valued mentors to many at Ignite.”

And finally, recently appointed to Associate at Ignite’s Auckland studio are Adrian Viegas, David Madsen, Joanna Wong, Shane Hills, and Woo Min. New associates at the Tauranga studio are Leonie Neuweger and Scott Croasdale. These merited appointments recognise each Associate’s high levels of professionalism and see them offering leadership to project teams in partnership with their Associate Director and Sector Lead.

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