Eric Pang - Thoughts Igniters
While previously working in the IT sector for large multinational companies, Eric Pang always knew he wanted to start something he could call his own. With a keen eye for the market and a burning passion, he managed to find like minded partners and together they founded Thoughts Igniters.
“Working in MNCs was stifling,” Eric recounts. “It took ages for an initiative to get approved. I wanted the freedom to make changes that would impact the business.”
Working on creating mobile apps with a focus on connecting customers to merchants, Eric has worked with an array of clients from fashion brands, FnB services and the travel industry. Laying down the foundation, Eric designed a pre-build which encompasses all the core functions and he is able to customise the application to their clients needs. By building off an existing base, Eric is able to provide cost effective solutions to his clients application needs and have it prepared in one month.
Working together with Bali tourism board and Wonderful Indonesia, one of Eric’s pet projects is the Bali Coupon application. Providing a “mobile tour desk”, Bali Coupon offers many unique experiences at discounted rates. The activities are also linked to Tripadvisor, giving users an ease of mind with reviews and avoiding the hassle of dealing with dubious tour desks.
“We always help clients build their applications with the end user in mind,” Eric says. “That’s why Bali Coupon even has an emergency contact function. It’s everything a tourist in Bali would need for a full, safe holiday experience!”
Traveling often, Workhouse has been convenient and flexible base of operations for Eric and his team.
“The flexibility of the workspace, community events and especially the 24/7 access has really made Workhouse a great coworking environment that fits our needs,” Eric shares. “We were initially using Workhouse while on transit looking for another workspace but we’ve really grown to like it here.”
Thoughts Igniters has been doing well but as part of the IT industry, Eric understands he can never rest on his laurels.
“Our vision is to help merchants connect to their customers but we have to constantly keep adapting to trends and opportunities to keep abreast of the competition.”
