Our Team

We united people driven by a passion for teaching and empowering others.

Vanessa Valenzuela

Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer

A results-focused leader with over 20 years of experience in Customer Success, Vanessa brings a progressive background in building high-performing teams, creating exceptional customer experiences, and driving measurable business outcomes to ConvoWize. Beginning her career as a Customer Support Agent, she has advanced through roles in project and program management, data analytics, partner management, and learning and development. Passionate about leveraging AI and emerging technologies, Vanessa is dedicated to empowering people and teams around the world to be their best selves. As Co-Founder and CEO of ConvoWize, she leads with vision, strategy, and a deep commitment to growth and innovation.

Ben Kanspedos

Co-founder and Chief Officer of Innovation & Technology

Ben Kanspedos is a skilled instructional designer with a strong focus on creating engaging, user-centered learning experiences. He brings expertise in digital adoption, eLearning development, and curriculum design, with a track record of driving impactful learning initiatives. Ben is passionate about leveraging technology to simplify complex concepts and empower users through intuitive, well-structured training solutions. His contributions extend to speaking at industry events and collaborating across teams to elevate the learning experience.

Brett Schlagel

Co-founder and Chief Officer of Marketing and Design

Brett is the Co-Founder and Chief Officer of Marketing and Design at ConvoWize, bringing over 14 years of experience in instructional design, eLearning development, and creative leadership. He has designed high-impact learning experiences for major brands like Coca-Cola, Amazon, and Intuit, combining visual storytelling with data-driven strategy. Specializing in tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Creative Suite, and AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Brett creates immersive training solutions that improve performance and engagement at scale. His work merges innovative design with adult learning theory to deliver content that is both effective and visually compelling. At ConvoWize, Brett leads the company's brand, creative direction, and marketing strategy—driving innovation at the intersection of design, learning, and technology.