Executive Leadership Team
Meet our stellar Exec team, a bunch of visionary leaders driving our organization to be the success you need to build a better dealership.
Ben Chodor is the CEO of CallRevu and a seasoned entrepreneur known for his success in growing SaaS companies. He founded Stream57, which was acquired by West Corp, and co-founded & CEO of Happtique, acquired by SocialWellth. Ben also served as President of Notified a global IR, PR, and media Company.
Recognized as one of PR Week's 25 Leaders of Tech in 2022, Ben is a member of multiple boards, He's a pioneer in technology, AI, digital health, and online communications, with 25+ years of experience in enterprise communications, media, SaaS technology, social video, and digital health.
As an author, Ben wrote "Transitioning to Virtual and Hybrid Events: How to Create, Adapt, and Market an Engaging Online Experience." He's testified before the U.S. Congress on the FDA's role in Digital Health. Outside work, Ben enjoys family time, boxing, yoga, traveling, and training for his first triathlon.
Jim Menard is an experienced software executive serving as our senior vice president of sales and client services by strengthening dealer relationships across CallRevu communication intelligence software platforms.
With over 27 years in the automotive industry, Menard has held key executive leadership roles with Autotrader, vAuto, TrueCar, Dominion Dealer Solutions, TrueCar, and Search Optics.
Jim’s dealer-centric focus and breadth of experience across software, online media, and in-store processes enhances CallRevu’s ability to engage our dealer body to improve their appointment set rates, movement of inventory, and overall profits for single stores, multiple rooftops, large enterprise groups, and OEMs.
Taylor Mitchell joins CallRevu as the Senior Director of Operations, focusing on strategy, process, and managing cross functional execution of business initiatives. In this role, Taylor oversees our sales operations, CRM team, and customer onboarding efforts. Taylor is a diverse technology and operations professional with a strong background in IT consulting, program management, and business operations.
Steve is a CPA with 15 years of experience in accounting, finance, and management, specializing in private-equity backed Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies. He most recently worked as the Chief Financial Officer at JobNimbus. Steve likes to have fun at work (trust him, it's possible even in finance!). His greatest career satisfaction comes from helping his team members and seeing them flourish in their careers. Steve loves cheering on the Utah Jazz and Utah Utes, drawing, and spending time with his wife and two amazing girls.
Susan Lovett brings over three decades of dedicated experience in brand growth marketing, spearheading transformative strategies for leading B2B SaaS technology companies. For over 20 years, she has specialized in providing marketing leadership to retail automotive software technology organizations, such as AutoPoint, Identifix, National Credit Center, Velocity Automotive, CarPay, and AUTOVIA. Her journey through this dynamic industry has been marked by impactful roles and the successful cultivation of brands that flourish in the digital age.
Scott Bleasdell is the Vice President of Product at CallRevu. Scott has over 25 years of experience focusing on software engineering, strategic alliances and product leadership in telecommunications. Scott has held software product leadership roles with IDT Corporation, BMC Software, Spirent Communications, Idera Software, FullArmor Corporation and Mobile App Center LLC.
Brittney joined CallRevu in 2023 with over a decade of progressive HR expertise. As HR Director, she leads our HR infrastructure, managing recruitment, people operations, benefits, employee relations, and staff culture with a continuous improvement mindset. Brittney earned a Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and holds the Senior HR Professional certification from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM). Brittney is a Lean Six Sigma yellow belt. She also serves on the advisory board at HR.COM, bringing valuable people, policy and process insights to CallRevu.
Jeff is a technology leader with over a decade of experience advising and delivering solutions for Fortune 500 and private equity clients via SaaS platforms, with expertise implementing HIPAA, PCI, and COPPA compliant solutions. Jeff has cross-industry expertise in delivering solutions for healthcare, life sciences, automotive, retail, and insurance, leveraging progressive technology including omnichannel communication, augmented reality, and machine learning/AI & large language models.
A committed leader and manager of multi-disciplined technology teams, Jeff is skilled in fostering rapid growth, professional development, leadership opportunities, and accountability of teams, and adept at establishing a culture of trust, open communication, and support. In his home life, Jeff is a father of 4, an avid musician, photographer, and writer.
A committed leader and manager of multi-disciplined technology teams, Jeff is skilled in fostering rapid growth, professional development, leadership opportunities, and accountability of teams, and adept at establishing a culture of trust, open communication, and support. In his home life, Jeff is a father of 4, an avid musician, photographer, and writer.
Extended Management Team
Matt Stadolnik is the Senior Director of Finance at CallRevu where he manages the company’s corporate finance and accounting functions. He is a finance leader that stresses the importance of cross functional collaboration and business partnering.
Matt brings a well-rounded background in public and private equity-backed technology organizations – both large and small. Prior to joining CallRevu, he held strategic finance and accounting roles at notable SaaS companies that include Pegasystems (public), Rapid7 (public), SiteSpect (VC-backed).
Matt holds an MBA from Suffolk University and an undergraduate degree in accounting from Northeastern University. He resides in the Greater Boston area with his wife and two children.
Alicia Klyn, CallRevu’s Director of Account Management, is an automotive executive with retail automotive dealership and SaaS experience. Alicia specializes in client services, with her commitment to delivering world-class customer service. She is unwavering, driven by a genuine desire to help dealerships of all sizes thrive. Alicia's team is dedicated to transforming data into practical solutions for real-world challenges, making a meaningful impact on the automotive community.
Seth Parker is the Senior Director of Product at CallRevu where he oversees product strategy and delivery. He is passionate about leveraging his deep understanding of customer needs and the latest technological advancements in AI and machine learning to deliver innovative and beautifully crafted products. Seth brings over a decade of extensive product management experience with prior engagements at industry leaders like Cox Automotive and the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. He holds undergraduate degrees in economics and political science from Missouri Western State University. Outside work, Seth enjoys spending time with his family, woodworking, DIY home improvement projects, and watching the Kansas City Chiefs. He resides in the Greater Kansas City area with his wife and two children.
With over a decade of experience in the realm of client relations, Nicole brings a wealth of expertise, passion, and dedication to the role of Director of Client Services. Throughout her tenure, she has consistently delivered unparalleled service solutions, ensuring that clients not only achieve their business goals, but also experience seamless and positive interactions at every touchpoint. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys travel and showcasing her competitive spirit on the softball field.
Andrew is the Senior Director of Technology at CallRevu with over a decade of experience consulting & collaborating with Fortune 500 companies to optimize their technology implementations and strategies. With previous experience helping to build bespoke technology solutions across multiple verticals, Andrew has vast experience in omnichannel communication solutions, analytics & BI reporting, process automation, solution architecture/design, machine learning/AI & large language models. Andrew has his Bachelor of Science degree in economics and lives somewhere between NYC and Boston (aka Connecticut) with his wife, 6 year old daughter, and dog.
Dave Purgason is a 28-years automotive industry veteran enabling dealers to maximize vehicle sales leveraging data analytics through innovative software solutions, business operations, industry centric thought leadership products and services. His extensive knowledge and success is a result of his leadership roles with CarSaver at Walmart, TrueCar, Inc., The Auto Weekly.com, Cox Automotive and Trader Publishing Company.
Brian is a cloud application architect with over a decade of experience in building scalable and highly available SaaS platforms. He has led teams of engineers to build solutions for companies across several industries including automotive, healthcare, and retail. When he's not working, Brian enjoys snowboarding and spending time with his wife and two children.