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EverDriven Expands Executive Leadership Team

Two new C-suite executives join the alternative transportation provider, as well as two new VPs. The additions align with the company's focus on innovation and growth.

EverDriven Expands Executive Leadership Team

As the company grows, EverDriven reports surging demand for alternative transportation.

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EverDriven gains momentum as it welcomes two seasoned executives to its C-suite: Megan Von Wald as chief operations officer and Phil Graves as chief financial officer. 

Von Wald will lead nationwide operations and support the company's drivers and local teams. Graves will oversee financial strategy and growth planning to support EverDriven’s expanding footprint. 

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The company also announced the appointments of Alan Fliegelman as vice president of product and Jenn Cotter as vice president of revenue operations. 

“At EverDriven, we’re building a future-ready transportation model — and that starts with the right people,” said Mitch Bowling, CEO of EverDriven. “These leaders bring deep operational and financial expertise that will allow us to scale responsibly, accelerate innovation, and keep safety and equity at the center of every decision.” 

Von Wald joins EverDriven with more than a decade of experience leading customer-centric operations across hospitality, financial services, and technology. With a career rooted in building meaningful operations, Von Wald brings a deep understanding of how to empower frontline personnel and ensure consistent and safe service across diverse communities. She previously held leadership roles at Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy and Galvanize Inc., where she developed global customer service strategies and oversaw the successful implementation of multi-site, technology-enabled operations. 

“EverDriven is at an incredible inflection point,” said Von Wald. “I’m excited to help bring a modern approach to service — one that honors the human connection while leveraging technology to revolutionize how we support students, school districts, and caregivers. This work is deeply personal, and I’m proud to be part of a company that’s making a meaningful difference every day.” 

Graves brings an extensive background in finance, strategy, and mission-driven business. His experience overseeing growth across values-based organizations positions him to guide EverDriven’s financial evolution while staying true to its commitment to people and communities. As a CPA and CFA, he has provided financial advisory services to large and mid-sized businesses and held leadership roles at socially responsible companies, including Patagonia, where he helped guide the company through transformative growth. 

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“EverDriven has a clear opportunity to scale both its impact and its business,” said Graves. “Building the financial infrastructure to support that growth while staying aligned with our mission is key. The stronger our financial foundation, the more effectively we can expand access to education and deliver long-term value to the communities we serve.” 

Fliegelman brings deep experience in product strategy and delivery across high-growth tech environments, while Cotter adds proven expertise in aligning revenue operations to drive performance and efficiency. Their appointments reflect the company’s continued investment in building a leadership team equipped to drive innovation, efficiency, and impact at scale. 

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