Our Team
Founder and CEO Donna Korren
Donna Korren began her career in sales and management in publishing--at Vogue magazine, Time Inc.'s Parenting Group and Elements, a regional, luxury lifestyle publication she co-founded. Introduced to the merchant services business by a friend, Donna quickly learned how her professionalism was a welcome change in an industry where clients were unaccustomed to having a consistent and consultative relationship with their payment provider. Donna understands each of her client's unique payment needs and uncovers substantial savings for them. She is known as "the fairy godmother of found money."
A passion project of Donna's is Empty Quester™, her blog and website for empty nesters on a quest for their bold next chapter. Through that platform, she has been able to advocate for moms of all ages, guiding empty nesters who are looking to re-enter the work force after raising children, and younger moms who want to maintain a career while staying closer to home.
She has been published in The Washington Post and recently gave a Tedx talk "The Newest Workplace Disruptors are Over 50!"
A graduate of Cornell University, Donna has been married for 30 years and has two daughters. She lives in New York.
COO Michele Pasquarella
Michele is a consummate merchant services professional, having worked in the industry for over a decade. She is the main liaison to the network of banks and gateways we use on a daily basis.
Michele manages every deal from its inception throughout the life of each contract. She oversees pricing assessments, provides product solutions and boards each client with our banks. She ensures that our technical integrations work seamlessly. Working to meet client needs on an ongoing basis, Michele is an indispensable part of our team.
A mom to two daughters, Michele proves how a supportive work environment allows a working mother to thrive in all aspects of her life.
CFO Liva Brong
Liva has worked in the finance industry for over 25 years. She analyzes and manages company finances as well as commission compensation and contracts. She prides herself on creating an ethical work environment.
Her longstanding experience running her own tax and bookkeeping business has given her financial expertise across many industries. She is particularly knowledgeable in the medical, dental, education, construction and military fields.
A mother to three daughters and two granddaughters whom are woven into her daily schedule, Liva is an example of a working mom who excels professionally, while striking a work-life balance.
She is a graduate of Dowling College with a degree in Business.