Ian is the founder of Grassads. He previously invented and successfully commercialised technology for laser levelling on sports fields which is still used today in USA. His experience includes esrtablishment of Laserturf Pty Ltd a specialised service company based on development of laser controlled equipment with unique applications in the sportsfturf industry. Ian is a very capable person with broad ranging skills and a passion for the product

Michael brings to the company extensive experience in franchising. As founder and CEO, Michael was responsible for developing Brumby's to over 300 franchised stores. This became a public company in 2007 amd was subsequently purchased by another company. Michael serves as a Director with two national franchise companies. Michael is an author and speaker on management and franchising.

Rick brings to the Grassads advisory group extensive experience in sales, marketing, distribution and manufacturing. He has been involved at board level in compnaies in the electronics, automotive, hospitality and consumer goods markets. He has been involved in three successful start ups and one existing company takeover. All companies have enjoyed very high sales growth and have been successfully on sold or operate as leaders in their field.

Michael has many years experience in commercialisation. He worked for London based Seed Venture capital fund Ventech Ltd before returning to Australia where he was retained for the past 10 years by the Commonwealth Government as a business advisor to the Commercialising Emerging Technologies ('Comet') program to assist early stage technology companies. Michael has a degree in Business and an MBA from London City University.