Leading the Future of Personalization

Monetate is led by seasoned entrepreneurs and thought leaders who love creating new ways to enhance the experiences for businesses and consumers.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Steve Maher

CEO

Steve Maher is the Chief Executive Officer of Monetate. With a background spanning Fortune 500 enterprises and high-growth SaaS companies, he has a proven track record of driving innovation, delivering customer value, and leading global expansion into new markets and verticals.

Based in Dallas, TX, Steve is an avid weightlifter, a committed philanthropist supporting initiatives that help people and families impacted by neurodiversity, and enjoys spending quality time with his family.

Heidi Celeghin

CRO

Heidi Celeghin is the Chief Revenue Officer of Monetate and has worked in technology for over 12 years—growing sales teams and building new market opportunities across different geographies. She is passionate about helping customers meet and exceed their business goals through tech.

Based in New York City, Heidi loves fitness, food, and giving back to the community through philanthropy with the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the New York Junior League.

Austin Rochford

CTO

Austin is the Chief Technology Officer of Monetate, where he is responsible for product development, operations, and data science. Austin has an academic background in mathematics and a decade of experience developing and supporting data-driven products for marketers.

Austin is based outside of Philadelphia, PA, and has been with Monetate since 2014. In his spare time, Austin is an avid reader; he enjoys hiking with his dogs and kayaking local rivers and bays.

Tiff Polmateer

Chief of Staff

Tiff serves as Chief of Staff at Monetate, where she orchestrates strategic initiatives across the executive suite and leads the company’s marketing efforts. With a focus on operational excellence, Tiffany drives organizational alignment and executing high-impact projects that propel Monetate’s growth.

Based in Sandy, Utah, Tiffany brings a dynamic blend of leadership and creativity to her role. Outside the office, she enjoys hiking, snowboarding, and exploring the outdoors with her daughter and son.

Kate Raucci

SVP, Customer Success

As Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Monetate, Kate focuses on delivering measurable outcomes, fostering long-term partnerships, and championing the voice of the customer. She oversees the entire customer journey—from onboarding through renewal—ensuring value, alignment, and consistently exceptional experiences.

Based on the Seacoast of New Hampshire, Kate is a proud mom of three who keep her on her toes—especially on the ski slopes.

Paul Bernier

VP, Product Management

Paul Bernier is the Vice President of Product Management at Monetate, and is instrumental in shaping and executing the company’s product vision and strategy. With deep technical insight and a user-centric mindset, Paul bridges customer needs and technology to drive the roadmap and partners across teams to champion product growth and outcomes.

Based in the Boston area, Paul enjoys snowboarding, sailing, and road trip adventures with his daughter.