Meet the People Behind VIVAHR — The Team Modernizing Hiring

VIVAHR’s Story from Gilbert, Arizona

Not every HR tech company starts in Silicon Valley. VIVAHR was founded in Gilbert, Arizona, with a mission to make hiring easier for SMBs. Many applicant tracking systems focus on enterprise-level complexity, but VIVAHR was built for real-world hiring challenges: small teams, tight budgets, and a need for speed.

From day one, the focus was on simplicity, automation, and results.

Founder and Leadership Profile

VIVAHR was founded by Ryan Naylor, a serial entrepreneur with a background in business operations and marketing. After helping thousands of companies grow through digital marketing, Naylor saw the disconnect between how companies wanted to hire and the clunky systems they were forced to use.

So he created something better, an ATS that was:

  • Easy to use
  • Quick to implement
  • Designed for teams without big HR departments

Under Naylor’s leadership, VIVAHR grew quickly and built a reputation for being both powerful and practical. Today, it supports thousands of companies and continues to focus on giving businesses tools that scale as they grow.

What’s Next for VIVAHR (and How Nerd Werk Fits In)

Hiring is evolving and fast. Companies don’t just need tools; they need distribution and reach. That’s why VIVAHR’s partnership with Nerd Werk is so timely.

As more STEM-focused companies look for efficient ways to fill technical roles, the VIVAHR + Nerd Werk combo offers a modern approach:

  • VIVAHR handles the process.
  • Nerd Werk delivers the audience.

Together, they give startups, labs, and engineering teams the edge they need in a competitive talent market.