Ignite and Stream Energy - Is it a Scam?

[maritza_villanueva15]

Ignite and Stream Energy

I just got an invitation to join them. Can any one comment on this company?

[cschin4]

Kind of amazing this would be posted and almost immediately there is a "rep" on here from a company most of us never heard of! Amazing!

[jeffrey]

Like I have said, stay away. if you are looking through the thread, give weight to the members that have a history on this website (more than 15 posts) -- people that have posted just once or twice usually have a specific reason they found this thread and may not be the most objective parties.

[lrh1972]

Ignite/Stream

I actually see this as one of the benefits of deregulation...I have not joined yet and have done some research...I don't view this as a scam at all!! I'm confused as to how people view it that way. I feel it's people helping people save and make money. In my eyes, the company would rather pay real people to advertise than spend a ton to marketing firms. Also, of course they aren't going to allow for reps to advertise on their own link....legal liabilities allowing people to do so!

Like any job, there is actual "work" involved to get a good ROI so if you are not a sales person, it may seem uncomfortable. it's not really any different than any other company like tupperware or pampered chef! Except you don't have to carry merchandise around!!!!

[rkdonovan]

Here in Texas you have the choice, in most areas, to choose your energy provider. But the provider is nothing more than a billing company. Reliant, TXU, and Direct are just billing companies. The company that maintains the poles, wires, and outages is listed on your bill. In Houston it is Centerpoint. The bottom line is with so many companies to choose from the competition makes for good rates to consumers.
Regardless if Ignite is the network marketing arm of Stream Energy they have competitive rates. Ignite simply markets using the relationship marketing method...nothing wrong with that. So...what's not to trust? Amway can do business legally and so can Stream. Network marketing is not illegal. So if you're looking for a way to save money you should check into the money-making opportunity side of Stream. Set all of your preconceived ideas aside and get the facts.

RD

Here in Texas there is an energy company called Stream Energy that also owns its marketing business called Ignite that uses Multi Level Marketing to sell its energy.

It is set up like Amway and I do not trust it and wanted to see if any of you guys have had any experience with them that you can tell me about.

Thanks

[rkdonovan]

In addition, there are always people that didn't succeed in network marketing and want to blame the system instead of themselves. Just because you have a bad meal doesn't mean you quit eating...just because you have a bad job experience doesn't mean you quit working...just because you have a bad relationship...etc.
Network marketing isn't for everyone, only those that want unlimited income and are willing to work harder than most to get it.
Network marketing equals the playing field and gives people a chance to dream and a hope for a better future.

[Nic and Em]

Ignite is Okay

I went to one of Ignite's business meetings the other day here in Georgia, where they have also began marketing. It's not a get rich quick scheme, but if you put 2 to 5 hours of work into it a day you can make some residual monthly income. Today more people need that extra income. Especially, when you only have to minimal effort into and get some dollars back! I trust them and would use their energy if I had a furnace!

[bjl584]

Here's an interesting link concerning this subject:

Ignite - Stream Energy Review | Rip-off Report #265478

[rationalthinker]

Some factual information

Keeping the discussion to facts, here are some facts regarding Stream Energy:
Stream is licensed to market electricity in Texas and natural gas in Georgia. Company revenues have increased from $70 million in 2005 (it's first year) to $845 million in 2009. Ignite is a subsidiary of and the marketing arm of Stream Energy. Ignite is a member of the Direct Selling Association.

The Clearman lawfirm filed two class action lawsuits alleging that Ignite is an illegal pyramid. Both lawsuits were dismissed.

05-18-2010 Stream Energy Executives Named Finalists for American Business Awards
Stream Energy has been honored for both its business acumen in the energy marketplace and its brand creativity, with the announcement that Chairman Rob Snyder and Art Director Teresa Giamos have been named as finalists for American Business Awards.

03-03-2010 Texas PUC Chairman Barry Smitherman Keynotes Stream Energy Convention
Public Utility Commission of Texas Chairman Barry Smitherman congratulated the audience of Stream Energy’s fifth annual Ignition Conference at the Dallas Convention Center, February 27th, noting that the attendees benefit Texas electric customers through their active role in the deregulated marketplace.

03-01-2010 Stream Energy Chairman Rob Snyder Featured in the Dallas Morning News
Rob Snyder appeared with PUC Chairman Barry Smitherman as part of an energy industry panel hosted by the Dallas Morning News.

02-01-2010 Stream Energy Chairman Rob Snyder Featured in Smart Business Magazine
The February edition of Smart Business magazine features Stream Energy Chairman Rob Snyder on the cover and reports on Stream’s amazing growth in just a few short years.

09-30-2009 Stream Energy Named a Finalist for Two Platts Global Energy Awards

09-11-2009 Stream Energy Among Top Private Companies in Dallas

08-12-2009 Stream Energy Named to Inc. 500 List

05-13-2009 Ercot Appoints Stream Energy Managing Director to Working Group Leadership Position

12-18-2008 ERCOT APPOINTMENTS INCLUDE STREAM ENERGY REPRESENTATIVES

11-21-2008 Stream Energy / Ignite Wins Entrepreneur Award from SMU

10-09-2008 Stream Energy Named a Finalist for Global Energy Award

06-30-2008 Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Southwest Region Goes to Stream Energy Founder Rob Snyder

04-30-2008 Stream Energy Receives Top Award For Innovative Customer Service

04-29-2008 Stream Energy Expands Into Georgia Market

10-24-2007 Stream Energy a Finalist for Global Energy Award

10-05-2007 Stream Energy Wins Greater Dallas Chamber Momentum Award

05-15-2007 Stream Energy Once Again Among DFW’s Biggest Private Companies

05-14-2006 Stream Energy Among DFW’s Biggest Private Companies

03-01-2006 Stream Energy Featured in the March 2006 Issue of D Magazine

Those are the facts.

[bjl584]

Keeping the discussion to facts, here are some facts regarding Stream Energy:
Stream is licensed to market electricity in Texas and natural gas in Georgia. Company revenues have increased from $70 million in 2005 (it's first year) to $845 million in 2009. Ignite is a subsidiary of and the marketing arm of Stream Energy. Ignite is a member of the Direct Selling Association.

The Clearman lawfirm filed two class action lawsuits alleging that Ignite is an illegal pyramid. Both lawsuits were dismissed.

05-18-2010 Stream Energy Executives Named Finalists for American Business Awards
Stream Energy has been honored for both its business acumen in the energy marketplace and its brand creativity, with the announcement that Chairman Rob Snyder and Art Director Teresa Giamos have been named as finalists for American Business Awards.

03-03-2010 Texas PUC Chairman Barry Smitherman Keynotes Stream Energy Convention
Public Utility Commission of Texas Chairman Barry Smitherman congratulated the audience of Stream Energy’s fifth annual Ignition Conference at the Dallas Convention Center, February 27th, noting that the attendees benefit Texas electric customers through their active role in the deregulated marketplace.

03-01-2010 Stream Energy Chairman Rob Snyder Featured in the Dallas Morning News
Rob Snyder appeared with PUC Chairman Barry Smitherman as part of an energy industry panel hosted by the Dallas Morning News.

02-01-2010 Stream Energy Chairman Rob Snyder Featured in Smart Business Magazine
The February edition of Smart Business magazine features Stream Energy Chairman Rob Snyder on the cover and reports on Stream’s amazing growth in just a few short years.

09-30-2009 Stream Energy Named a Finalist for Two Platts Global Energy Awards

09-11-2009 Stream Energy Among Top Private Companies in Dallas

08-12-2009 Stream Energy Named to Inc. 500 List

05-13-2009 Ercot Appoints Stream Energy Managing Director to Working Group Leadership Position

12-18-2008 ERCOT APPOINTMENTS INCLUDE STREAM ENERGY REPRESENTATIVES

11-21-2008 Stream Energy / Ignite Wins Entrepreneur Award from SMU

10-09-2008 Stream Energy Named a Finalist for Global Energy Award

06-30-2008 Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Southwest Region Goes to Stream Energy Founder Rob Snyder

04-30-2008 Stream Energy Receives Top Award For Innovative Customer Service

04-29-2008 Stream Energy Expands Into Georgia Market

10-24-2007 Stream Energy a Finalist for Global Energy Award

10-05-2007 Stream Energy Wins Greater Dallas Chamber Momentum Award

05-15-2007 Stream Energy Once Again Among DFW’s Biggest Private Companies

05-14-2006 Stream Energy Among DFW’s Biggest Private Companies

03-01-2006 Stream Energy Featured in the March 2006 Issue of D Magazine

Those are the facts.

Show us the money. How much have you personally earned by following this business model?

[rationalthinker]

Showing the money

Brian,

I invested $329 plus $24.95 a month in 2007. My last year's 1099 was $18,632. I have devoted less than 4 hours total in the last 5 months and each month my check has ranged from $1,400 to $1,600.

That is factual as well.

Rational Thinker

[hernanm]

great

would highly recommend them,

[bjl584]

Brian,

I invested $329 plus $24.95 a month in 2007. My last year's 1099 was $18,632. I have devoted less than 4 hours total in the last 5 months and each month my check has ranged from $1,400 to $1,600.

That is factual as well.

Rational Thinker

Unlikely.

[aab7848]

ok my husband is part ignit and i can tell you it is not a scam it may seem like that to some ppl who are "looking" into it but its not. and if your not form TX and/or GA then the chances of you hearing abou it is a 50-50 deal. if your looking into it then yes it is a good deal and if you know alot of ppl or you are someone who can talk to ppl then this will be even better for you and your family my husband and i have been doing this for one year and we are doing alright with it just takes alot of pations

[bjl584]

Everyone that recommends this posts here one or twice and then disappears forever. That's because it's the same person re-registering for an account over and over again. This whole thing is such nonsense.