Jon Legler

Executive Vice President, Marketing

Jon Legler

Jon leads Spring Venture Group’s Marketing team as the Executive Vice President of Marketing. Together, he and his team are responsible for designing, developing, and executing innovative marketing programs that captivate, acquire and retain our audiences. Jon has more than 15 years of experience leading digital, content, and paid media strategy for a variety of leading consumer and B2B brands. Jon is passionate about leveraging technology and data to drive to efficiencies that build strong sales and grow market share. His passion for building and inspiring high-performance, results-driven marketing teams makes him an invaluable company leader.

Michael Albenberg

Executive Vice President, Carrier Relations

Michael Albenberg

As EVP of Carrier Relations, Michael leads and manages the relationships between SVG and its insurance company partners. He is responsible for connecting carriers with our mission, driving the development of new products and improving terms, conditions, and operational efficiencies. Michael, who has served with SVG throughout his career, was VP of Operations before assuming the role of EVP of Carrier Relations. He brings a wealth of industry knowledge to his role and has played an important part in SVG's rise from a startup to a powerhouse in the Medicare distribution industry.

Johnny Hilgers

Chief Analytics Officer

Johnny Hilgers

Johnny oversees the development of Spring Venture Group's powerful solutions including: data mining, predictive analytics, and statistical analysis to enhance processes across our brands. His team turns complex information into actionable solutions and insights that produce better business decisions. As an analytics leader with a Finance background, he brings a unique perspective to his role. His expertise in data science, combined with his comprehensive understanding of how businesses generate revenue, allows him to prioritize initiatives that are aligned with our financial objectives. Johnny quickly rose to an executive position at SVG and is recognized as essential to our success. In 2018 he was listed among Ingram’s 20 in their Twenties Award, which recognizes significant industry impact by young executives.

Joe Rogers

Senior Vice President, Performance Analytics

Joe Rogers

Joe leads Spring Venture Group's Customer Contact strategy. He has been with SVG for nearly a decade and has a proven track record in sales and an understanding of customer behavior. His insights are valuable to the development of marketing strategies. He is also adept at data analysis and analyzing market trends, and works within SVG's Analytics team to execute campaigns that drive growth for the organization. His ability to adapt to an evolving market ensures that strategies remain relevant and impactful.

Michael Celi

Senior Vice President, Sales Enablement

Michael Celi

As Senior Vice President of Sales Enablement, Michael and his team create continuity across sales onboarding, training, coaching, and leadership development. Michael's expertise in sales methodologies, process improvement, and training inform the development of strategies that drive sales growth and improve sales productivity. With over eight years of experience at Spring Venture Group, Michael has overseen the training and development of more than 2,600 salespeople. His diverse experience and valuable insight into SVG's processes help align sales objectives with company strategy.

Nicholas Jianas

Vice President, Business Intelligence

Nicholas Jianas

As Vice President of Business Intelligence, Nick’s team uncovers meaningful insights from our vast data resource to drive a variety of business functions. Prior to working in analytics, Nick spent over a decade in sales and sales management in the insurance sector. His unique perspective, deep sales background, and ability to translate complex analytics into actionable results make him a respected and sought-after leader.

James Byars

Vice President, Information Technology

James Byars

As Spring Venture VP of Information Technology, James is tasked with creating and managing business and technology capabilities that deliver on business objectives. James has over 10 years' experience in technology, spanning industries that include U.S. Treasury Services, health care, and insurance. James specializes in modern, Cloud-based architectures, utilizing his in-depth technical knowledge to help SVG achieve key objectives. James holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Kansas and a master's degree from Harvard Extension School.

Nick Kresz

Vice President, Information Security

Nick Kresz

As Vice President of Information Security and Chief Security Officer, Nick works closely with leaders to achieve the organization's security goals. Nick is responsible for the company's information security program, including policies, procedures, and technical systems. He manages third-party risk, incident response plans, disaster recovery, and security training. Nick also oversees the implementation of security standards and architectural best practices and leads the company in maintaining HIPAA and HITRUST certifications, protecting the organization's information from cyber threats.

Hunt Bascom

Senior Vice President, Quality

Hunt Bascom

Bio coming soon.

Sarah Sampson

Chief Experience Officer

Sarah Sampson

As Chief Experience Officer, Sarah leads a team that produces new and innovative solutions. She has over 18 years of experience helping brands listen, interpret, act, and maximize customer feedback that delivers powerful and engaging interactions. These strategies drive exceptional experiences for customers who trust our brands for their insurance shopping needs. Sarah's vision and keen analytical ability turn data into empathy-driven campaigns, making her a trusted thought leader for our entire organization.