The Leaders Powering Smarter, Scalable Growth
founders
Founder and CEO
A visionary leader in data intelligence, security, and real-time decisioning, Reuben has spent over three decades shaping the future of technology. As CEO of Growth Verticals, he pioneers AI-driven solutions that transform industries, from finance to healthcare. His innovations — spanning record-setting data speeds, identity verification frameworks, and game-changing decisioning platforms — power major institutions like Equifax, TransUnion, and CoreLogic. Having founded TechSafari and led multiple high-profile acquisitions, Reuben continues to redefine how businesses harness and protect data in the AI era.
Founder and CSO
James is a data-driven growth strategist with deep expertise in analytics, digital marketing, and predictive modeling. As Founder of Growth Verticals, he helps organizations scale efficiently using AI-powered insights and intent-based marketing. With a career spanning healthcare and fintech, James has transformed customer acquisition and retention strategies through cutting-edge data applications. His ability to merge technical expertise with strategic vision makes him a key force in sustainable business growth.
Founder and CFO
Stefan turns complex data into clear, actionable insights that drive innovation. His leadership has pioneered a ‘person-first digital’ approach, enhancing connectivity and engagement across industries. Previously, as CEO of RealityBLU, he revolutionized marketing with intuitive augmented reality platforms, and as Cofounder of Tea Leaves Health, he leveraged predictive analytics to fuel strategic growth. Stefan’s expertise empowers organizations to simplify decision-making and drive measurable business success.
Founder and Chief Technology Officer
James Maroney serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Growth Verticals, where he leads the design and development of the company’s G1 platform. With over 20 years of experience in software development, product innovation and technology leadership – including roles at TechSafari, Terminus, CallPotential, and Navex Global – James brings deep expertise in building scalable, data driven solutions that help partners accelerate customer acquisition, retention, and strategic growth through technology that is both powerful and privacy-safe.
Market Presidents
Market President, Growth Insurance
As a seasoned insurance executive, Frederick T. Hippo has mastered customer acquisition, underwriting, and digital transformation. As Market President of Growth Insurance, he leads the charge in automating insurance marketing and optimizing data utilization for carriers, agencies, and consumers. With leadership roles spanning startups and major insurers like American Family Insurance and The General, Fred’s ability to modernize operations and drive growth has made him a trusted industry leader.
Market President, Growth Health
Kevin is a transformational sales executive with expertise in life sciences, clinical research, and digital healthcare. As Market President of Growth Health, he forges strategic partnerships to drive growth for healthcare and pharma leaders. Previously, at Glooko and LexisNexis Healthcare, he led business development initiatives that advanced digital therapeutics and data-driven decision-making. Kevin’s customer-first approach has propelled organizations to market leadership through innovation, contract negotiation, and talent development.
Market President, Growth Seniors
Tim brings over 40 years of leadership experience across various healthcare and consumer sectors. He previously led Medicare marketing at Aetna, where he tripled membership to over 2 million lives, and has held senior roles at UnitedHealthcare, HealthMarkets, SC Johnson, and Coca-Cola. Tim blends deep expertise in Medicare, senior wellness, and outcomes-based marketing with a strong foundation in consumer brand strategy.
