Brad Cohlmia is a proven sales and business growth leader with more than 30 years of experience helping companies—from scrappy startups to global brands—scale revenue, streamline operations, and win new customers. With more than $950M in revenue impact generated throughout his career, Brad has built successful partnerships with industry giants such as Chick-fil-A, McDonald’s, Nestlé, and Yum Brands—while also guiding countless small and mid-sized businesses to new levels of growth.

What sets Brad apart is his entrepreneurial DNA. Raised in family-owned businesses, he understands firsthand the pressures, risks, and heart that small business owners put into their work. He brings an owner’s mentality to every engagement—treating each company as if it were his own, focusing on smart growth, operational discipline, and measurable results.

Brad’s experience spans national and global business development, sales operations, go-to-market strategy, and product innovation. He has led high-performing teams, built scalable sales systems, and coached leaders at every stage of growth. As a player-coach, he is hands-on when needed, strategic when required, and always aligned with the business owner’s vision and goals.

Known for his consultative, solution-focused approach, Brad listens deeply, asks the right questions, and identifies opportunities that balance customer needs, operational realities, and revenue potential. He excels at transforming sales processes, driving customer acquisition, strengthening retention, and building team confidence and capability.

At the core of his leadership philosophy is a people-first mindset. Brad believes trust fuels performance—both internally and with customers. He works to create environments where teams thrive, customers feel valued, and businesses can grow sustainably.

Areas of Expertise:

Sales Leadership • National Account Growth • Market Expansion • CRM Optimization • Data-Driven Strategy • Revenue Acceleration • Go-to-Market Strategy • P&L Management • Team Development • Strategic Partnerships • New Product Launch • SaaS Integration • Contract Negotiation • Customer Experience & Retention

Whether a business needs stronger sales systems, clearer strategy, better team performance, or simply a trusted partner who understands what it means to build something from the ground up—Brad brings the experience, heart, and operational know-how to help small businesses grow with confidence.