At Motive, we believe passion fuels performance — especially when it comes to building technology and teams that keep people safe on the road. Our mission goes beyond products; it’s about empowering the people behind them.
For Mariza Brimhall, Manager of Enterprise Sales Engineering, that passion drives how she leads, learns, and helps customers unlock their potential every day. From guiding complex enterprise solutions to championing collaboration across teams, Mariza embodies Motive’s mission in action.
We sat down with Mariza to talk about what drew her to Motive, how she sees sales engineering evolving, and why culture — not just technology — defines lasting success.
Tell us about your role at Motive
I manage the Enterprise Sales Engineering team, which means I get to bridge the gap between technology and strategy. Every day, we’re helping customers understand how Motive’s AI and hardware solutions can transform their operations — keeping drivers safe, productive, and supported.
The beauty of the role is that it’s not just about solving technical challenges. It’s about listening, learning, and creating value through meaningful conversations. When customers see how Motive’s platform directly impacts their people and performance, that’s when it all clicks.
What inspired you to join Motive?
I was looking for something very specific in my next chapter — a place that combined financial stability with a startup mindset. Motive struck that balance perfectly.
With our strategy to grow the enterprise segment, I saw an opportunity to make a real impact using my experience selling into strategic accounts. I wanted to be part of a company where my creativity and curiosity could drive immediate value, and Motive gave me exactly that.
Motive on a mission
Motive is on a mission to ensure everyone on the road reaches home safely to their friends and family. That sense of purpose inspires everything we do — from how we build our technology to how we support our teams.
I’ve worked in Sales Engineering for more than 20 years, selling everything from business intelligence to customer experience solutions. But when I joined Motive, something changed. The narrative evolved from simply delivering great experiences to protecting people.
Here, safety isn’t just a feature. It’s the foundation. Helping fleets be safer, more productive, and more profitable connects deeply to why I love this work.
When I came to Motive, my narrative evolved beyond just providing a great experience for customers — it became about helping keep people safe.
How does Motive’s culture set teams up for success?
Everything great at Motive comes down to culture. Our four core values — Own It, Less But Better, Build Trust, and Unlock Potential — are what set our teams apart.
When I joined, I appreciated how everyone owned their problems and worked together to figure things out. Collaboration isn’t just encouraged; it’s part of the DNA. Having access to internal stakeholders who are genuinely invested in winning together has been key to my growth and our team’s success.
Looking ahead: Growing enterprise with purpose
One of our biggest objectives is growing the enterprise segment and scaling our operations in meaningful ways. That means building stronger internal systems, streamlining how we sell into complex deals, and making sure our people feel empowered every step of the way.
We’ve hired incredible talent — people who bring experience from large organizations as well as fast-moving startups. That mix gives us the perspective to anticipate risks, embrace change, and recognize what “good” looks like across the customer journey.
From onboarding to installations, professional services to customer support, we’re aligning every part of the organization to meet enterprise demand with precision and passion.
The road ahead
At Motive, we’re not just building technology — we’re building a culture where people can do their best work and make a difference that lasts.
For Mariza, and for so many others at Motive, passion isn’t just part of the job description — it’s the driving force behind every success story. It’s what connects people across teams and creates space for each person to grow and take on what’s next.
If you’re a great salesperson looking for growth opportunities and exciting new challenges, take the opportunity and apply to our open roles today.
Join us and help shape the future of safety, productivity, and innovation: gomotive.com/careers
