Over 200 years of combined healthcare experience

We've seen the flaws in the system, and we're leveraging our expertise and insights to pave a new path forward.

Russell Carpel

Chief Executive Officer

Russ Carpel, a seasoned entrepreneur, boasts 20+ years of expertise in marketing, business development, management, and private equity fundraising. Prior to founding Level Funded Health in 2014, Russ founded and led ForeverCar.com, a national retailer of vehicle service contracts. Prior to this, Russ drove national advertising revenue for top media brands like The Economist and Crain Communications. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Bradley University and pursued postgraduate studies at Northwestern University.

Jermell Williams

Chief Operating Officer

Jermell Williams, a veteran of the employee benefits industry for over 20 years, has ascended from Coordinator to Co-Founder of his own brokerage firm. With a background in premier brokerage firms like Marsh McLennan Companies and the Principal Financial Group, Jermell specializes in developing complex benefits programs for Fortune 100 and 500 companies. He held certifications including Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and FL 2-15 Health & Life, and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut.

Alex Horvath

SVP

Alex Horvath brings over 20 years of sales experience to his role, excelling in both business-to-consumer and business-to-business markets. Starting his career as a senior loan officer at InBank, he later transitioned to insurance, holding roles with State Farm and Nationwide Insurance. Armed with a B.S. in Marketing from Bradley University, Alex has consistently delivered results and driven growth throughout his career.

Rich Corbin

Chief Corporate Development Officer

Rich Corbin has over 20 years in finance and as an entrepreneur. In the building boom of the 2000s, he was a real estate investor and home builder gaining experience as an entrepreneur. His love for forecasting and analyzing opportunities with his educational background in finance led him to portfolio management. His particular interest was in early-stage companies reflecting his entrepreneurial spirit. In 2014, Rich helped co-found Level Funded with Russ Carpel. Rich holds a bachelor’s degree in business at the University of Notre Dame and an MBA from DePaul Driehaus College of Business. 

Salvatore Cotrona

VP

Salvatore Cotrona brings diverse expertise in Finance, Risk & Safety Management, and Marketing to his role as VP of National Marketing. With a background spanning Goldman Sachs to the FDNY, Salvatore's leadership and dedication are unparalleled. His transition from finance to public service showcases his commitment to community and safety. Now, at LevelFunded Health, Salvatore's strategic vision drives national marketing initiatives, ensuring continued success.

Vesna Young

Compliance Director

Vesna Young brings over two decades of accounting and insurance licensing experience to her role as Compliance Director. Beginning her career with Chase Bank in the life insurance and annuities sector, Vesna later transitioned to AccuQuote, where she oversaw licensing for the agency and its agents. Her expertise ensures regulatory compliance and adherence to industry standards.

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