What Ignite Consulting Partners does

Ignite Consulting Partners (legal entity Ignite Dealer Consulting Group, dba Ignite Dealer Consulting Group and Ignite Dealer Compliance Group) is a privately held, Fort Worth, Texas-based professional services firm founded by automotive compliance attorney Steve Levine. The firm delivers attorney-led compliance consulting exclusively to independent and franchise automotive dealerships across the United States, with specialized offerings for the buy here pay here (BHPH) and subprime lease here pay here segments. Its core methodology is a four-step Assess, Identify Risk, Implement Solutions, and Ongoing Monitoring framework deployed through a portfolio of services including compliance audits and risk assessments, custom compliance programs, F&I compliance, sales and advertising compliance, consumer privacy (FTC Safeguards Rule, Red Flags Rule), human resources compliance, document review, policies and procedures development, and website compliance reviews.

The firm's revenue model is professional-services engagement-based with quote-based pricing tailored per dealership, augmented by two scalable non-engagement channels: Training Unleashed, a web-based on-demand compliance training platform covering sales, F&I, privacy, HR, collections, and repossession modules, and Accountability Groups, a recurring peer-cohort service for ongoing compliance oversight. Educational content distribution is built around monthly compliance webinars, the BHPH United educational summit (launched 2021), and a Tip of the Week blog authored by Steve Levine, whose published books (Winning the Fight and Counterpunch) extend the firm's thought leadership footprint. Go-to-market combines sales-led direct consultation (on-site and virtual) with community-led programming that generates top-of-funnel awareness among dealer principals, GMs, and compliance officers. The firm has built an ecosystem of partnerships with BHPH-aligned vendors including Auto Master Systems, TaxMax, Buckeye Risk Services, Ituran, and Big Time Advertising, and its small senior team includes Laura Farris (30+ years automotive finance, NAF certified) and Randy Henrick (former Dealertrack lead compliance attorney).

Name

Ignite Consulting Partners

Legal name

Ignite Dealer Consulting Group

Website

https://ignitecp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Ignite Consulting Partners is a Fort Worth, Texas-based attorney-led compliance consulting firm serving independent and franchise automotive dealerships nationwide, with specialized BHPH and subprime expertise, an on-demand Training Unleashed platform, and educational programming including the BHPH United summit.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Worth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Compliance Consulting Services: Professional consulting services including compliance audits, risk assessments, custom compliance programs, document review, and training delivered to automotive dealerships on an engagement basis.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Ignite Consulting Partners provides attorney-led compliance consulting services exclusively to independent and franchise automotive dealerships in the United States. Its portfolio covers compliance audits and risk assessments, custom compliance programs, F&I compliance, consumer privacy (including FTC Safeguards Rule), HR compliance, sales and advertising compliance, document review, policies and procedures development, website compliance review, and ongoing accountability groups. The firm also operates Training Unleashed, an on-demand web-based compliance training platform for dealership teams.

Product overview

Ignite Consulting Partners operates as a unified compliance consulting platform for independent and franchise automotive dealerships. The company offers attorney-led compliance services built around the core methodology of Assess, Identify Risk, Implement Solutions, and Ongoing Monitoring. The primary service portfolio includes Compliance Audits and Risk Assessment as the foundational entry point, which feeds into Custom Compliance Programs that integrate Policies and Procedures Development, Compliance Training Programs, and Accountability Groups. Supporting services cover Consumer Privacy, Document Review, Financing and Insurance (F&I) Compliance, Human Resources Compliance, Sales and Advertising Compliance, and Website Compliance Review. The company also offers Training Unleashed, a web-based on-demand training platform, along with Monthly Webinars, Safeguards Rule Compliance guidance, and published books by founder Steve Levine. Steve's Books include Winning the Fight and Counterpunch, providing leadership and risk management perspectives for dealership operators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Training Unleashed: A comprehensive web-based compliance training platform designed specifically for automotive dealerships, delivering on-demand training that helps dealership teams understand and apply compliance requirements across all areas of operation.
• Compliance Unleashed

Products and services

• Compliance Audits and Risk Assessment Comprehensive compliance audits evaluating dealership operations across sales, advertising, F&I, consumer privacy, and human resources to identify risks and provide actionable recommendations for auto dealers.
• Custom Compliance Programs Fully integrated compliance systems tailored to dealership operations and structure, including audits, policies, training, and ongoing oversight through accountability groups.
• Accountability Groups Structured peer groups that provide ongoing compliance oversight, expert guidance from attorney Steve Levine, peer collaboration, and accountability for maintaining long-term compliance.
• Compliance Training Programs Ongoing training programs covering sales and advertising compliance, F&I compliance, consumer privacy, and HR compliance, available in-person, virtual, and on-demand formats.
• F&I Compliance Evaluation of deal structure, documentation, lender compliance expectations, disclosure requirements, and customer data handling within F&I operations.
• Consumer Privacy Guidance on data protection, FTC Safeguards Rule compliance, customer information handling, data collection practices, information security, and access controls.
• Safeguards Rule Compliance FTC Safeguards Rule compliance guidance including information security program development, risk assessment, access controls, and ongoing monitoring.
• Human Resources Compliance HR compliance support focused on hiring practices, workplace policies, employee management, training, and ongoing oversight.
• Sales and Advertising Compliance Structured sales and advertising compliance services ensuring pricing accuracy, disclosure requirements, digital advertising compliance, and sales process alignment.
• Document Review Attorney-led review of contracts, disclosures, advertising materials, privacy documentation, and internal policies to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Policies and Procedures Development Development of structured policies and procedures aligned with compliance requirements and dealership workflows, covering F&I, consumer privacy, HR, and documentation standards.
• Website Compliance Review Structured website compliance reviews evaluating pricing accuracy, required disclosures, lead form compliance, and data protection alignment.
• Training Unleashed Web-based on-demand compliance training platform delivering structured, automotive dealership-specific education with modules covering sales, F&I, privacy, HR, collections, and repossession topics.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BHPH UnitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021BHPH United is an educational summit initiative launched in 2021 for buy here pay here and subprime lease here pay here dealers. The event prioritizes dealer-to-dealer learning with real-world strategies without vendor-driven distractions. Ignite Consulting Partners collaborates through this platform for industry education and thought leadership.
• Auto Master SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationAuto Master Systems is the leading software provider for the Buy Here Pay Here automotive industry with over 35 years of innovation. Their AMS platform delivers comprehensive solutions for inventory, sales, collections, and reporting. Partnership provides technology integration alignment for BHPH dealer compliance.
• Big Time AdvertisingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBig Time Advertising & Marketing provides digital strategies and industry expertise focused on transforming dealership marketing. They combine advertising, training, and CRM integration to help dealerships achieve measurable growth.
• Buckeye Risk ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBuckeye Risk Services specializes in re-insurable products including warranties, GAP, CPI, and other F&I solutions for dealerships nationwide. Their programs help dealers manage risk and build financial stability.
• TaxMaxminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTaxMax is the leading provider of tax preparation services for dealership customers, serving over 3,000 dealers nationwide. Their programs allow dealers to access tax refunds for down payments, collections, and structured payments year-round.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• ComplyAuto: Software-plus-services competitor focused exclusively on automotive dealership compliance. Direct overlap with Ignite's regulatory, F&I, and privacy advisory services, competing for the same independent and franchise dealer clients.
• KPA: Provider of compliance, HR, and training solutions with a strong automotive dealer vertical. Overlaps directly with Ignite on compliance training, HR compliance, and audit services for dealerships.

Broad incumbents

• Dealertrack (Cox Automotive): Part of Cox Automotive, Dealertrack publishes annual dealer compliance guides authored by Randy Henrick (now at Ignite). As part of a much larger automotive technology stack, it bundles compliance content into broader dealer software and lending solutions.
• APCO Holdings (EasyCare): F&I and dealer services provider offering compliance, training, and performance solutions to dealerships. Overlaps with Ignite's F&I compliance, training, and accountability services.
• Assurant: Large F&I product administrator offering dealer services, training, and compliance support as part of its broader vehicle protection and financial services portfolio. Overlaps with Ignite's F&I and compliance engagement work.
• Reynolds and Reynolds: Major dealer management system provider with integrated compliance, document, and F&I functionality. Competes with Ignite at the systems layer where dealers may opt for built-in compliance tools rather than outside consulting.
• DealerSocket (Now Affinitiv/Cox Automotive): Dealer CRM and technology platform serving independent and franchise dealers, with Joe Allen previously working as an account manager there. Adjacent competitor that can bundle compliance and process support into its software stack.
• JM&A Group: F&I products, training, and performance management provider owned by JM Family Enterprises. Provides dealer-focused compliance and F&I support, overlapping with Ignite's F&I compliance and training offerings.

Emerging players

• Frazer Solutions: BHPH-focused dealer management software provider with deep presence in the buy-here-pay-here segment. Partners and overlaps with Ignite's BHPH compliance practice and competes for the same specialized dealer customers.
• Auto Master Systems: Leading BHPH software provider (35+ years) and named Ignite strategic partner. Indirect competitor and ecosystem partner addressing the same BHPH dealer segment with technology while Ignite layers on compliance services.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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Investments

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