Learn More About the Mongoose Brand and Our Core Values
Our Values
At Mongoose, our values are the cornerstone of our organization. They shape our culture, guide our actions, and define our pursuit of excellence. These principles are not just ideals; they are the driving force behind everything we do. Here’s what these values mean for our team and our clients:
Adaptable
Adaptable
Constantly changing. Obsessed with learning.
We are constantly changing and obsessed with learning. Our curiosity drives a dynamic work environment that focuses on innovation, growth and agility.
By embracing change and fostering continuous improvement, we help our clients stay ahead of evolving challenges and ensure their students thrive.
Empathetic
Empathetic
Understanding others. Acting with compassion.
We go beyond understanding another person’s perspective. We cultivate an inclusive workplace supported by diverse and unique perspectives, where compassion and respect foster collaboration and mutual support.
Our deep empathy for students and our clients drives us to design solutions that balance automation with the human touch, enhancing the student experience across campuses.
Remarkable
Remarkable
Standing out. Exceeding expectations.
We are remarkably different, resourceful, and effective. We stand out by bringing our best selves and creative solutions to every task. We continuously strive for excellence, making Mongoose a place where extraordinary achievements are celebrated.
Through resourcefulness and ingenuity, we deliver innovative solutions and exceptional customer service that empower our clients to significantly enhance student engagement and drive unparalleled success.
Accountable
Accountable
Keeping promises. Upholding integrity.
When we make commitments, we keep them. We fulfill our promises and recognize the impact of our actions. Accountability is a cornerstone of our work ethic and upholds our integrity.
Our steadfast accountability means our clients can rely on us to deliver consistent, high-quality results. We build trustworthy partnerships through transparent communication, timely follow-through, and a dedication to exceeding expectations.
Meet Our Senior Leadership Team
Dave Marshall
You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who is more passionate about higher education communication than Dave. His desire to create out-of-the-box solutions while employing an under-the-radar approach is evident in Mongoose’s innovative and intuitive software.
Jua Park
As the VP of People and Talent, Jua focuses on building diverse, high-performing teams and strategies that prioritize employee growth, development, and experience. With a career spanning sales, operations, and talent and people operations, Jua excels in strategic growth and change management.
Matt Baker
Matt’s passion for innovation led him across several industries to higher ed tech, where he has dedicated the past 9 years to leading product teams pioneering data, communication, and CRM market solutions. Inspired by his speech therapist wife, Matt believes in the potential of ethical, thoughtful AI/ML to transform educational and product accessibility.
Josie Sutcliffe
Josie has 25+ years in tech marketing, leading go-to-market strategies and driving growth. Recent roles include Chief Marketing & Growth Officer at Ed Tech startup BibliU, where she fueled significant company growth, and people analytics Unicorn Visier, where she achieved aggressive goals. Josie values human connection and is excited to share Mongoose’s message of empathy at scale.
Andrew Veatch
Andrew is responsible for technology and product architecture at Mongoose, and couldn’t be more excited to be helping institutions optimize their communication. He has spent nearly his entire career in higher education technology.
Brett Strassman
As the VP of FP&A, Brett is an expert in helping organizations modernize their financial strategies and brings more than 15+ years of experience in financial growth planning to the Mongoose team. He has a successful track record in M&A, fundraising, revenue generation, metrics analysis, and strategic planning for startup SaaS companies across several industries.
Jason Porter
Jason has 20+ years of experience driving revenue growth across sales, marketing, and operational units. For the last eight years Jason has specialized in serving the global higher ed market with critical enterprise technology solutions. Before Mongoose, he was a Senior VP at Cayuse, expanding the product portfolio into 10 countries and delivering 400% revenue growth.