Meet The Team

At Ignite Dating, we understand that it is more than just introductions that will pave the way for you finding that perfect partner. We recognise that in order to be able to select the right matches for you, we need to appreciate all of the qualities and attributes that make you who you are and be on hand to support you to provide a dating journey that will leave you feeling confident, energised and safe.

Our experienced team of professional matchmakers bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to make your dating journey as streamlined as possible and ultimately achieve that final goal of a committed relationship.

MD and Founder

MICHELLE BEGY

After working with one of the UK’s largest introduction agencies, I realised that the dating world was going through another transition. Educated and successful people, like you, were bored of labour intensive online dating, had perhaps found that database matching wasn’t quite hitting the right note and wanted to be more prescriptive as to what they wanted in a partner. Whilst attraction is important, lifestyle match can be just as much so. Through listening to our clients, Ignite was born.

Operations Director

AMIE-LEIGH CLARICOATS

Having spent almost a decade working in PR and dating, I manage the operations and PR side of Ignite Dating. Every year, new platforms and trends arise bringing fresh ways for us to communicate with those looking for love – to share our dating experience, hints and tips and to help guide people, like you, on this important journey. Combining technology, expertise and that essential personal touch, Ignite Dating is bringing yet another transition to the dating scene and we are passionate about helping busy professionals find success in love.

Master Executive Coach

GENEVIEVE GRESSET

Having spent over 25 years successfully supporting her clients with their relationships and dating lives, Genevieve has extensive experience in the dating industry earning her the prestigious title of Master Executive Certified Matchmaker (one of only 12 in the world) and various industry awards. You may also recognise her for her role on Married at First Sight UK where she was a matchmaker and coach presenter. Being sympathetic and commercially astute when it comes to people has aided Genevieve to achieve her goals of supporting people to live fulfilling lives through her internationally-recognised transformational coaching.

Marketing Manager

ED TEXIER

With 25 years experience under my belt, I look after every aspect of marketing for Ignite. Passionate about optimising the customer journey, we are constantly developing systems that resonate with the distinct, personal nature of our service whilst hyper contextualising our communication ensuring you get the most from your experience with Ignite.

Matchmaker

SAMANTHA ROWLAND-JONES

After spending almost 20 years successfully assisting and supporting her customers within their professional roles Sam now helps those with busy lives enhance their personal ones. She cares about all her clients and understands first hand what they are going through. Sam works face to face with her clients, via Skype or by email to help them achieve success in dating and relationships. Being a great listener and communicator with a passion for people has aided Sam achieve her overall ambition which is to help everyone find love and happiness just as she has.

Matchmaker

SHELLEY LAWLOR

Having spent the previous 23 years within a military environment, in a trusted senior management role, Shelley worked alongside high ranking Officers, overseeing the delivery of a military contract. In addition, she regularly supported the planning and hosting of VIP functions, including Royal visits. Discretion, professionalism and confidentiality was imperative in her role; all of which comes as second nature to Shelley.

Matchmaker

MELANIE JACKSON

Having spent over 10 years in a corporate marketing role Melanie decided it was time to put her business skills to better use and become her own boss, venturing into the leisure industry where she successfully launched and still owns a family entertainment centre. But now, with a motivated management team in place to run this business, she has turned her hand and her business skills to matchmaking. A genuine passion for helping people grow and develop, a good listening ear and a matchmaker’s intuition comes naturally to Melanie, enabling her to achieve her goal of introducing clients to exceptional single people whose lifestyles and aspirations are aligned.

Relationship Executive & Matchmaker

LAURA PADBURY

With over 10 years’ experience working within the professional Dating Industry, Laura is passionate about introducing quality people to one another and helping them navigate the dating landscape and enjoy their journey. Empathetic by nature, she enjoys getting to know people and discovering their backgrounds and values to really understand who they are and what they are looking for in a partner. Her attention to detail, professionalism and extensive experience have allowed her to develop and harness a great network in the industry, and she uses these skills and relationships to achieve the very best matches for our clients.

I got in touch a few years ago, when I was new to the dating scene after being in a long term marriage of 24 years. Dating had changed considerably compared to my younger days. I didn’t want to do online dating and I preferred to go to a matchmaking company instead. I cannot sing Ignite’s praises loud enough. They have been absolutely brilliant at helping me navigate the dating game, and given me confidence. I have met some wonderful guys. Ignite is an intuitive matchmaker, very experienced in their field. Ignite genuinely care about you and are passionate about their business. They have always been helpful and supportive and given me guidance when I have needed it. It has been a pleasure working with them.

Michelle introduced me to my partner five months into my membership, and things are going very well. She understood my needs as a busy professional; she provided regular updates, was patient when I was too busy to respond, and where necessary, took the initiative in progressing potential introductions, but always seeking my consent before confirming any actions. Michelle also understood what I was looking for in a partner, and has a real insight on what makes people tick, which helped enormously when assessing potential introductions.

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