PARTNERS
GOVX partners with thousands of brands to drive sales and build authentic community connections
OUR SOLUTIONS
ECOMMERCE
SOLUTIONS FOR RETAILERS AND MANUFACTURERS
Market your products through GOVX channels and build a lasting relationship with those who serve.
EVENTS
SOLUTIONS FOR EVENT ORGANIZERS
Offer targeted discounts to drive incremental sales and build awareness within the GOVX community.
VERIFICATION
POWER YOUR OWN DISCOUNT WITH GOVX ID
Deploy GOVX ID on your website to power discounts. Verification is real-time and secure and protects you from fraud.
SUCCESS STORIES
"Benchmade is proud to partner with GOVX. Our shared values and commitment to giving back to the deserving service community are a solid foundation upon which we have built a relationship that delivers true value to all parties, most importantly to the men and women who keep us safe every day."
GREG HALL, SR. MILITARY,
FEDERAL AND LE CHANNEL MANAGER
Marketplaces Matter
Find out Why
Download the latest Worldwide Business Research (WBR) report on retail eCommerce and discover how retailers are finding growth opportunities by leveraging eCommerce Marketplaces and AI.
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- Marketplace adoption and growth trends
- Marketplace challenges and opportunities
- What the future holds for marketplaces
- AI adoption trends, concerns, and opportunities
DOWNLOAD THE FREE WBR REPORT
Marketplaces Matter
Find out Why
Download the latest Worldwide Business Research (WBR) report on retail eCommerce and discover how retailers are finding growth opportunities by leveraging eCommerce Marketplaces and AI.
In this FREE 24-page PDF, you’ll learn from your retail peers about:
- Marketplace adoption and growth trends
- Marketplace challenges and opportunities
- What the future holds for marketplaces
- AI adoption trends, concerns, and opportunities
DOWNLOAD THE FREE WBR REPORT
CHRIS BOHNERT - CPO
Chris joined GOVX in 2015, bringing more than 15 years of product, marketing and general management experience in the consumer internet space. As head of Product at GOVX, Chris leads product management, design and business intelligence for the entire product portfolio.
Chris began his career at Active Network in 2002 and helped grow the company from start-up to a successful IPO in 2011. During his time at Active Network, Chris managed several teams and product-lines, including the flagship media property, Active.com and the eCommerce division.
In 2012, Chris joined Takelessons, an online education marketplace matching students with qualified teachers. As VP of Product and Technology, he led a cross-functional team, including engineering, product management and design.
Chris earned a BA from the University of Arizona and an MBA from San Diego State University.
ADAM HOMZE - VP ENGINEERING
Adam joined GOVX in 2014 as the Vice President of Software Development and is responsible for leading the software development group, how our applications are built, and scaling the GOVX tech stack.
Since 2005, Adam has actively participated in the growth phase of several startups; holding multiple technical and leadership positions. Over that time, he has developed a wide range of skills to tackle the challenges inherent in building technology companies.
Adam earned a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of California, San Diego.
AARON PELANDER - CHIEF BRAND OFFICER
As the leader of the Brand Marketing team at GOVX, Aaron is responsible for crafting and executing a comprehensive brand strategy that supports GOVX’s business goals and mission. Working closely with the wider marketing and creative teams, Aaron brings the GOVX identity to life through creative storytelling, consistent brand messaging, strategic marketing channel investments, impactful partnerships and sponsorships, and alignment with key non-profit organizations, all aimed at increasing GOVX brand awareness and recall.
Before joining GOVX in 2014, Aaron held senior marketing and management roles at the Active Network and Provide Commerce. He earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of Arizona and his MBA from San Diego State University.
CAROL SCHNUGG - CFO
Carol serves as Chief Financial Officer for GOVX and oversees all financial, accounting and administrative matters for the Company as well as negotiating and administrating Brand-Partners’ wholesale pricing. Prior to joining GOVX, she served as Controller for Billabong’s Sector 9 company, where she oversaw its acquisition by Billabong and was recruited to oversee all financial and accounting matters along with managing its e-commerce site.
Carol previously owned and operated her own accounting and tax practice and was an accountant with Deloitte & Touche.
Carol received a B.S. in finance from San Diego State University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
ALAN COLE - CEO/PRESIDENT
Alan began his career as co-founder and President of DELTYME Corporation, a San Diego-based web services firm working with national clients including Target, Cisco Systems, Costco and Garden Fresh.
After stepping away from an operating role at DELTYME, Alan attended business school at the University of Texas with a focus on entrepreneurial management. During his time in Austin he took on due diligence responsibilities at Gefinor Ventures (an early stage venture firm) and worked in marketing and business development roles in several Austin-area startups including Convio and Metreos.
Alan ultimately moved back to San Diego to join Active Network, where he held executive responsibility for the company's $50M Media + Marketing division. After six years with Active Network, Alan moved on to serve as COO of TakeLessons, an online education marketplace connecting students with qualified teachers. In late 2016, Alan joined GOVX as CEO.
Alan holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Santa Clara University and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin.