Ignition exists to give teenagers a safer, more structured way to understand AI and use it to explore who they are becoming.
It does not replace parents, teachers or careers guidance.
It gives teenagers a protected space that supports better conversations with them.
Kaustav Halder
Kaustav is the founder of Ignition and the AI scientist behind its technology, data and product. With over 20 years at the forefront of artificial intelligence and data science, he has built intelligent systems for some of the most demanding environments — including UK central government, Deloitte, CGI and Capgemini.
He owns the product vision, the technical architecture and the safeguards built into every layer, holding Ignition to the highest standards of child safety, transparency and trust.
Tim Hymans
Tim leads Ignition's marketing and market development.
With over 20 years of experience in marketing and technology, he has held senior positions at Crestron, Xchanging, and Ferrari, and has also served as a school governor.
At Ignition, he oversees marketing, helping to make the platform clear for teenagers, schools, parents, and external stakeholders.
How we are building
Ignition is being built around safeguarding, security and psychology best practice. The product needs to be safe enough for teenagers, useful enough for schools, clear enough for parents and credible enough for external review.