Ira Wallace

Ira Wallace joined Walter Greenblatt & Associates as Vice President in 2017. A serial entrepreneur, early stage company advisor, angel investor and physician, Dr. Wallace has extensive experience with new product introductions, commercialization of new technologies and the structure and funding of early & mid-stage companies. Former managing partner at SafeHatch LLC and current partner at Firelight Partners, Ira helps entrepreneurs, investors and companies — from “back of the envelope” to Fortune 500 — refine their strategic planning, improve their business models and enhance operational performance. He especially enjoys helping earlier stage companies accelerate to profitability. Dr. Wallace leads the Keiretsu Mid-Atlantic’s Life Sciences & Healthcare silo, with special interest in ophthalmology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, medical imaging and healthcare IT.