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ABOUT US

A team of seriously hard workers, creative problem solvers and genuinely good humans!

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Who We Are

Social Discovery is the oldest and most trusted provider of social media reporting solutions to insurance carriers, private investigators, risk managers, SIU professionals, attorneys and businesses operating in various industries. Our expertise is derived from over a decade of experience in social media research combined with years of collective vertical market knowledge.

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Experts in What We Do

From the time we launched our company, we had a clear goal - to be the best provider of social media reporting on the market. We are focused on doing one thing and doing it really well, so you don’t have to think twice about choosing Social Discovery.

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Working Across Borders

Our team members come from nine different cities and our daily operations happen in a few different time zones, but we always make it work. Having a distributed model allows us to find the best talent for our company while building a culture of people who are passionate about what they do.

 

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OUR TEAM

We believe the secret to building a great company and delivering great service is having a great team. Meet the Social Discovery gang!

Allan Stark

Allan Stark
CEO

Allan Stark

Allan Stark
CEO

Allan is a father of two fantastic daughters, a devoted son, a lover of life and a continuous learner who is forever curious. He is an entrepreneur, a builder, and a dreamer. Allan is focused on providing value to our customers and team, and he never takes no for an answer. His dad’s favorite quote is: “No is a door that you always have to find a way to open.”
Nick Brundula

Nick Brundula
EVP of Operations

Nick Brundula

Nick Brundula
EVP of Operations

Nick is a founding member of Social Discovery Corp and dedicates himself to helping develop the company to focus on client needs. He manages operations company-wide and works closely with each department to ensure a cohesive and collaborative company culture.

Outside of work, Nick has a passion for the Japanese language and culture. He spent three years living and traveling in Japan. In 2008, Nick landed the opportunity to work and run business operations for a Japanese company in Saitama, Japan. In his free time, Nick enjoys learning how to read, write and speak Thai. He also loves spending time with his four-legged friend, a golden retriever named Honey.

Steve Gibbons

Steve Gibbons
CFO

Steve Gibbons

Steve Gibbons
CFO

Steve is a true family-oriented husband and father who loves spending time with his dog and family. He is a serial entrepreneur, a “Jersey Guy” whose passion for math and dedication to calendars keeps him goal-oriented to success. He creates teams that are adept at quick pivots while maintaining concise business acumen. His favorite quote is: “Don’t worry about showing me how smart you are; show me how good you are.”
Ryan Hager

Ryan Hager
EVP of Sales

Ryan Hager

Ryan Hager
EVP of Sales

With a remarkable track record spanning over 25 years, Ryan has established himself as a seasoned sales leader, specializing in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions and platforms to some of the largest insurance carriers in the United States. In his role at Social Discovery, Ryan is responsible for leading the sales team and overall revenue growth for the company, leveraging his experience and relationships to ensure our clients maximize the value that Social Discovery can provide through true consultative partnerships. In his spare time, Ryan is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys spending time with his wife and children.
Jason Berry

Jason Berry
AVP of Operations

Jason Berry

Jason Berry
AVP of Operations

Jason boasts a solid educational background from Wright State University and over a decade of industry experience. Previously, he has excelled as a claims adjuster and leader at a prominent insurance carrier, and later as a Social Media Investigations Leader, where he guided a team of analysts in combating insurance fraud. Jason's motivation thrives on dynamic work and tackling new challenges, contributing to the company's growth. Outside of work, he's a dedicated family man with a deep passion for comics and Star Wars. 
Chris McDade

Chris McDade
Director of Brand and Business Development

Chris McDade

Chris McDade
Director of Brand and Business Development

Chris is an avid kayaker, dogsled rollerblader, award-winning BBQ cook, positive thought warrior, and lover of all things spicy! He teaches his three girls to be resilient, resourceful, and respectful. He started his insurance career directly out of college as an independent insurance risk manager. Chris is an engaging public speaker and active with his community as a Freemason and the founder of #CLEpeach, a service organization with over 1,500 members who are passionate about having fun while cleaning up the environment.
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Chuck Murray
VP of Business Development

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Chuck Murray
VP of Business Development

With over four decades of experience in the insurance industry, Chuck has held senior roles, including Senior Director of Claims and Assistant Vice President Workers Compensation, with prestigious organizations including ADP TotalSource, American International Group (AIG) and Travelers Insurance Company.

His extensive career showcases a proven track record of collaboration with internal and external business partners to develop client-friendly solutions, particularly in multi-line and professional employer organization (PEO) insurance claims. Chuck holds a Bachelor’s degree from Colby College.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Chuck dedicates his time to volunteer with the New Hampshire Lakes Association. In his leisure, he enjoys activities like hiking, boating, travel and sports.

Alex Lugo

Alex Lugo
VP of Sales and Business Development

Alex Lugo

Alex Lugo
VP of Sales and Business Development

Alex’s career in sales spans almost two decades. He spent the last ten years being part of the insurance solutions team for a major American consumer credit reporting agency. In his role with Social Discovery, Alex is responsible for building and nurturing relationships with existing and prospective clients. He is excited about sharing the value of the Social Discovery solutions and how they are changing the way the insurance industry utilizes social media reports. Alex was born in Venezuela but grew up in the United States. He currently lives in Florida with his wife and son. When he’s not working, Alex loves to golf and break a sweat on his Peloton.

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Alyssa Weeks
Director of Customer Engagement

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Alyssa Weeks
Director of Customer Engagement

Alyssa has spent the last five years transforming a small team of social media analysts into an in-demand department integral to the success of claims outcomes at a leading insurance company. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge on making social media reports successful in the insurance industry. Alyssa is passionate about cultivating a thriving, engaged work environment. In her free time, she enjoys taking on home projects and spending quality moments with her husband and two kids.
Caleb Frazier

Caleb Frazier
EVP of Customer Success

Caleb Frazier

Caleb Frazier
EVP of Customer Success

Caleb has built his career working in managerial positions in security and intelligence. He enjoys developing strategies to increase efficiency in work processes and creating and maintaining strong bonds with clients to ensure company growth. As the EVP of Customer Success, Caleb is responsible for the management of the Customer Success team, which ensures client satisfaction remains at a high level while also ensuring we build and maintain relationships with our users. Caleb spends his free time with his wife and daughter and enjoys all things outdoors.
Lauren Ranalli

Lauren Ranalli
Customer Success Manager

Lauren Ranalli

Lauren Ranalli
Customer Success Manager

Lauren has worked for Social Discovery Corp since 2018. She was born and raised on Long Island, NY but has been in Charlotte since 2014 when she came down to attend college. Lauren loves being part of the SDC team because she gets to work hands-on with customers every day.
Courtney Bostic

Courtney Bostic
Customer Success Manager

Courtney Bostic

Courtney Bostic
Customer Success Manager

Courtney has worked for Social Discovery Corp since 2021. She was born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. Courtney graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She loves working for SDC because she firmly believes in the product we deliver, and she loves to work first-hand with the customers we serve every day!
Danny Gibbons

Danny Gibbons
Quality Control Manager

Danny Gibbons

Danny Gibbons
Quality Control Manager

Danny is from Boston but has lived in Charlotte, North Carolina for most of his life. He started his professional career as a Quartermaster in the United States Navy, then pursued studies at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. As Quality Control Manager, Danny is responsible for overseeing the quality of the social media reports before they are delivered to the client.
Monica Bansbach

Monica Bansbach
Finance Manager

Monica Bansbach

Monica Bansbach
Finance Manager

Monica was born and raised overseas and moved to North Carolina 11 years ago. She is a devoted wife and dog mom who loves to learn new things. Being goal-driven and creative, she manages all areas of finances and administration.
Michael Walker

Michael Walker
Director of Intelligence

Michael Walker

Michael Walker
Director of Intelligence

Michael is responsible for overseeing the online investigation process and ensuring that every social media report adheres to the highest quality standards before it is delivered to the customer. Doing his job well means that Michael stays on top of the latest online and social media trends. He is known for his dedication and impeccable attention to detail when screening reports and ensuring they are 100% complete and accurate. When Michael is not online, you can usually find him outdoors, enjoying his favorite activities like camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, and off-roading.
Casey Webber

Casey Webber
Assistant Director of Intelligence

Casey Webber

Casey Webber
Assistant Director of Intelligence

Casey is from Charlotte, North Carolina. He is responsible for keeping up with the newest social media trends and the online investigation process to provide the most accurate information for reports. In his free time, Casey enjoys watching North Carolina basketball and spending time with his friends and family.

Allan Rearte

Allan Rearte
Master Cyber Stalker

Allan Rearte

Allan Rearte
Master Cyber Stalker

His friends call him LAN. He is a family-oriented person, he loves to travel with family and friends, and basketball is his weekend gig. Photography is a hobby of LANs, and he loves capturing landscapes, nature, and wildlife.
Danja Jakovljevic

Danja Jakovljevic
Marketing Manager

Danja Jakovljevic

Danja Jakovljevic
Marketing Manager

Danja’s career spans positions in public relations, corporate communications and marketing across various industries. Over the last 13 years, Danja has worked for an Australian IT company, a major Canadian not-for-profit organization, and a boutique direct response marketing agency. She loves coming up with creative ways to help companies tell their stories and connect with their customers. 

As Marketing Manager, Danja leads Social Discovery’s marketing activities and works closely with the Operations, Sales and Customer Success teams to communicate the company’s vision. 

In her free time, Danja loves hiking, camping and being outdoors. Her favorite quote is: “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”

Vlada Milanovic

Vlada Milanovic
Graphic Designer

Vlada Milanovic

Vlada Milanovic
Graphic Designer

A creative strategist, visual storyteller and master of design, Vlada is an exceptionally talented graphic designer with more than two decades of experience. He has worked for various organizations, including small businesses, global corporations and award-winning advertising agencies. Vlada’s experience encompasses designing creative solutions for B2C and B2B segments. When he’s not at his laptop coming up with the next great design, Vlada enjoys having a pint of beer and listening to heavy metal.

Interested in joining Social Discovery?

We are always on a lookout for smart, hard working, collaborative people to help us deliver
the best social media reporting solutions to our customers. If you are interested in joining
the Social Discovery team, contact us at info@socialdiscoverycorp.com

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