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Our Mission

Our mission is to make our clients more productive through tools they love to use. We do this by simplifying commission processes, illuminating actionable data, and amplifying motivational forces through an attractive and intuitive interface that is a pleasure to use.

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Experience

Proven Success in Insurtech Solutions

With years of insurance and commission expertise, Mivation is a leader in the Insurtech sector. Our dedicated team, comprised of industry veterans, ensures that we deliver innovative solutions that solve the unique needs of our clients.

72%

New Business from Referrals

35K+

Users and growning

1 Million+

Transactions per day

Meet

Our Executive Team

Dedicated professionals shaping the future of commission management

Jeff Brown
Chief Executive Officier

As CEO of Mivation, Jeff serves a world-class team at Mivation that marries his passion for enterprise SaaS, customer success, team building and accelerating growth curves.

With more than 20 years of experience partnering with Fortune 500 enterprises, Jeff is no stranger to bringing transformational technologies to market and delivering upon the promise in complex ecosystems.   Jeff is well respected for his customer-centric focus and delivering business results for clients. such as Aetna, Alaska Airlines, Charter Communications, Dell, and the U.S. Army.

In his spare time, you will likely catch Jeff spending time with family, friends, golf, fly-fishing, relaxing at Priest Lake or following his beloved Gonzaga University Bulldogs where he was a 3-time Academic All-American.

Jerome Carlile
SVP of Client Success | Co-Founder

Jerome is the co-founder of Mivation and for the past 17 years has overseen Mivation’s sales and marketing efforts but is also intimately involved in assisting in the design of new functionality and future product enhancements.  

He has a passion for organization, which to all his friends comes as no surprise. He moved to Arizona and became a University of Arizona Alumni. Jerome, his wife and 2 children love Arizona where it is warm all year round, but they can still visit the snow when they want.

Kelly Birr
Chief Technology & Privacy Officer

Kelly Birr has spent over 25 years in Software Technology and InsureTech. Technology has been a passion for Kelly since he was a boy. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family and playing golf.

Katie Vienhage
Finance Manager

Katie has over 15-years of executive-level HR and Finance experience with a demonstrated history in the information technology and services industries. Katie graduated from Eastern Washington University, quadruple majoring in; HR, Finance, Management and Marketing, with a minor in Economics.  Additionally, she has earned SHRM-CP and PHR certifications.  

Away from the office, you can find Katie on the golf course, enjoying nature, enjoying a fine wine with friends, or catching up on Bravo TV.

Raphael Swatzell
VP Operations

Meet Raphael Swatzell, a motivated individual who has a passion for creative solution development. As the Vice President of Operations, he is dedicated to innovative planning to produce stable results.  

Coming from a background of end-user support & team management, Raphael has worked with numerous businesses, staff members, and consumers to develop strategies that foster collaborative process-building. He is passionate about helping others reach their goals and enjoys the opportunity to facilitate success.

Currently residing in the inland Northwest, Roffa loves exploring nature’s majesty with his family and indulging in his favorite hobbies. Whether it’s gardening, reading, or listening to Andy Cohen, he finds joy in activities that bring him new perspectives.

Nikolas Rich
Product Manager

Nikolas is the Racing Snail Product Manager for Mivation. He ensures that the Racing Snail application has an up-to-date feature roadmap and makes sure that new features and the application itself are efficient and are meeting customer expectations.

Nikolas enjoys watching/going to college basketball and football games and enjoys kayaking with his wife and dog.

Paul Rouse
Director of Customer Success

Paul’s experience as an FSR and knowledge of the insurance industry made him a perfect fit for Mivation where he started in Customer Support, but quickly became an Account Manager and sales rep before he took a critical role in the Client Success group. Currently, he works closely with Jerome in ensuring that our products meet the needs of our ever-growing client base.                                                                                  Paul enjoys the outdoors, especially in the winter. If he’s not out in the woods with his sons in the Inland Northwest, you are likely to find him in deep powder on a high mountain strapped to a snowboard or skis. In the summer, Paul enjoys spending time with his family in Alaska where he touts his family’s smoked salmon recipe and process as world class.

Haley Gibler
Captive Agent Sales Manager

Haley manages Mivation’s captive agency sales team. She also coordinates our strategic partnership program and is instrumental in creating and managing the valuable relationships we have with our partner companies. With her strong background in customer service, she consistently strives to exceed expectations by understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions. Haley’s proactive approach to sales and her genuine commitment to building lasting relationships make her an asset to her team and clients alike.

Haley resides in Washington state where she enjoys cooking, gardening, and just enjoying the beautiful Pacific Northwest with her husband.

Seth Preus
Founder/Advisor

Seth is the founder of Mivation. He is truly passionate about learning, and then sharing, as much as he can about the nature of motivation and how it impacts effective commission strategies. Seth currently serves as a key strategic partner to Mivation through Partly Cloudy LLC, a consulting and motivational speaking company he founded in 2021.He resides in Arizona where he enjoys spending time with his wife, teasing his three daughters, and feeding “his” hummingbirds.

FAQs

Discover how Mivation’s expertise can streamline your commission processes and enhance your business efficiency.

What is Mivation's expertise?

Mivation brings years of experience in the financial and insurance sectors. Our team consists of professionals who have worked directly in these industries. This unique insight allows us to address your specific needs effectively.

How does Mivation help?

We simplify the commission payroll process, taking on the heavy lifting for you. Our solutions are designed to save you time and reduce stress. With Mivation, you can focus on growing your business.

Can I trust Mivation?

Absolutely! Our team is composed of industry veterans with a proven track record. We prioritize transparency and reliability in all our services.

What services do you offer?

Mivation offers comprehensive solutions for commission management, payroll processing, and financial reporting. Our services are tailored to meet the unique demands of your business. We ensure accuracy and efficiency every step of the way.

How can I get started?

Getting started with Mivation is easy! Simply reach out through our contact form, and our team will guide you through the process. Let us help you revolutionize your commission management today.

Experience

Our Industry Expertise

Collectively the Mivation team shares decades of experience in both designing tools for the insurance industry, and working within the industry as agency owners, operators, and sales reps. We don't just work for the insurance industry, we've worked in it!

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