Who We Are

At CHAMP, we’re transforming the way governments innovate. Our culture is built on innovation, accountability, and client success. We measure success by one standard: the success of the agencies and stakeholders we serve.

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what drives us

Our mission is to provide modern cloud-based software that enables governments and businesses to operate with simpler, smarter and more secure systems.

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the road ahead

Our vision is to set a new standard for innovation by helping organizations use automation connectivity and secure technology to improve performance.

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Our Core Values

Excellence, always

We hold ourselves to the highest standard in everything we do—from the products we build to the partnerships we form. Excellence means being accountable, detail‑oriented, and relentless about delivering work we're proud of.

Innovate for Impact

Innovation at CHAMP is about solving real problems, not chasing novelty. We focus on building thoughtful, scalable solutions that create meaningful, lasting impact for our customers and the communities they serve.

Have a Growth Mindset

We believe progress comes from curiosity, learning, and the willingness to evolve. By embracing challenges and continuous improvement, we grow individually and collectively.

Recognize That We Are Better Together

Great outcomes are built through collaboration, trust, and shared ownership. We value diverse perspectives and know that our strongest solutions emerge when we work as one team.

Act with Integrity and Humility

We do the right thing—even when it's difficult—and stay grounded in honesty and respect. Integrity and humility guide how we lead, listen, and build long‑term trust.

Trust Through Transparency

Clear communication and openness are essential to strong partnerships. We build trust by being transparent in our decisions, expectations, and outcomes—internally and externally.

Treat NO as a Stumbling Block to YES

Challenges are not dead ends—they're opportunities to rethink and move forward. We approach obstacles with persistence, creativity, and a solution‑oriented mindset.

Value Diversity of Thought and People

Different experiences, backgrounds, and ideas make us stronger. We foster an inclusive environment where every voice is respected and innovation thrives through diversity.

Our History
2018

Autumn 2018
CHAMP is founded

2019

April 2019
Win 2019 “Most Promising Start-Up” by Greater Cleveland Partnership

2020

March 2020
Testify in Congress on the benefits blockchain technology to small businesses (CEO Shane Bigelow)

April 2020
Raise seed round from family offices and private equity firms

September 2020
Process first titles for insurance carriers as part of our Digital Total Loss solution

2021

August 2021
Raise Series A round

November 2021
Win 2021 “Blockchain Service Award” from Enterprise Blockchain Awards

December 2021
Win 2021 "Best in Class" award for Supplier Diversity from Greater Cleveland Partnership

December 2021
Win 2021 “Notable Business Championing Diversity & Inclusion” award from Crain’s Cleveland

December 2021
Onboard West Virginia as the first state to adopt Champ’s Digital Title and Registration Suite

2022

January 2022
Patent “Digital Asset Management”

August 2022
Partner with Copart to offer automated title processing for auto insurance groups

September 2022
Raise Series B round

October 2022
Win 2022 Best of Tech “Most Promising Startup” award from the Greater Cleveland Partnership

December 2022
Partner with LossExpress to transform title and registration operations

2023

January 2023
Win 2023 Impact Award in Technology from Real Leaders

April 2023
Win 2023 Top Software Developer by Crain’s Cleveland

May 2023
Earn SOC 2 Type II Compliance

June 2023
Receive “Top Workplace in Cleveland” distinction from Top Workplaces

August 2023
Create first US National Digital Titling Clearinghouse via West Virginia’s DMV

September 2023
Implement Champ's electronic solutions for vehicle titling and liens in Kentucky

2024

March 2024
Close $18 Million Series C Funding Round

April 2024
Join as Founding Member of eSTART Coalition

May 2024
Launch Electronic Vehicle Titling in Kentucky

May 2024
Provide Electronic Lien and Titles Capabilities for New Jersey

May 2024
Issue First Digital Vehicle Title

2025

January 2025
Mandate for Electronic Lien and Title in New Jersey

February 2025
Launch Electronic Lien and Title in Illinois

August 2025
CHAMP made the Inc. 5000 list, recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America

August 2025
Louisiana’s Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) selected CHAMP to modernize the state’s driver’s license and vehicle registration services

November 2025
CHAMP Ranked Among Fastest-Growing Companies in North America on the 2025 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ List

December 2025
CHAMP Titles Raises $55 Million In Largest Funding Round To Date

a shared focus on moving government forward

Behind CHAMP is a team with 200+ years of experience building the systems that powers modern government

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