Management Team
Meet the experts and support team of TotaraGov
Public sector workforce development should be a priority. Choose an LMS with a support team of dedicated experts in building platforms for the public sector.
Michael Maurath
Head of Public Sector and US Operations
Michael Maurath serves as the Head of Public Sector & US Operations for Totara Learning Inc. With 18 years of experience in the Learning & Development industry, he has held a number of positions servicing dozens of Federal agencies. In his current position, Michael is responsible for the growth and strategic direction of TotaraGov, Totara’s FedRAMP Authorized Learning Management System tailored to the Public Sector.
Alec Peiffer
Vice President, Operations
As Vice President of Operations, Alec Peiffer leads TotaraGov’s operations, from strategy to day-to-day execution. He is accountable for customer onboarding, agency support, and the systems that keep its FedRAMP-authorized platform up, secure, and predictable for public sector organizations. With more than 15 years in operations and technology across enterprise SaaS and the public sector, he favors simple, durable processes, clear ownership, and brilliance in the basics. Before TotaraGov, Alec led teams and operations at AppOmni and VMware Carbon Black, helping customers deploy complex security products with confidence.
Marc Benton
Director, Public Sector Practice
Marc Benton is the Director of the Public Sector Practice at Totara, Inc., leading the delivery of FedRAMP-certified learning solutions to government agencies. With extensive experience in Public Sector, Commercial, and Non-Profit sales, he ensures Totara’s products meet strict security and compliance standards. His leadership has driven the successful adoption of Totara’s secure and scalable LMS solutions. With over 15 years in adult learning, Marc previously served as E-Learning Program Manager at the National Education Association.