Jon Shanahan

Back in 1998, Jon started Businessolver with co-founder Sean McMurray, focused on solving a real problem, and inspired by a big vision. He wanted to create a benefits administration solution that combined the best in technology and service with a fierce focus on the end-user. They rolled up their sleeves and got it done.

From that beginning, Businessolver has grown under Jon’s leadership, and has continued to build its reputation and market share. The original mission hasn’t changed; the focus continues to be market-changing technology, a commitment to service, and a keen understanding that everyday people rely on us to deliver their benefits. It’s a responsibility that Jon ensures everyone understands and gets behind.

Jon is always on the move — tracking market changes, learning about new innovations, and meeting with clients and prospects around the country. He’s in the Des Moines office; he’s in Denver. He’s on the ground in Charlotte. He’s at the company gym. He participates in every bi-weekly new hire orientation, greeting each new Solver personally. Personal accountability is important to Jon, and that includes everything from the company’s overall strategic approach to servicing clients, to making sure employees have what they need to succeed.

While he’s been at the helm at Businessolver since the beginning, his prior professional life provided the jumping off point for the venture. Before founding Businessolver, Jon was vice president of consulting services at Holmes Murphy & Associates (HMA), a leading national insurance agency. Jon also rolled up his sleeves as director of operations for a leading healthcare organization (HHS Inc., which was acquired by Gentiva Health Services Inc.)