Brian Brunson

• Unified Brand Ecosystem: Directed the end-to-end marketing and technology integration for 4 distinct fashion brands and a full-service garment factory, ensuring seamless data flow from manufacturing floor to e-commerce checkout. • Digital Transformation: Spearheaded the deployment of new CRM and ERP solutions that optimized operational efficiency by 20% and personalized the customer journey, directly contributing to a double-digit increase in online sales year-over-year. • Strategic Growth: Defined the digital roadmap for the organization, bridging the gap between creative branding and technical execution to position the company as a leader in modern apparel sourcing.

• Co-founded DRT Lifestyle Brands Inc., a young men's lifestyle brand in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. • Oversaw marketing, ecommerce, technical, and logistical operations to drive brand success. • Focused on addressing the needs of the underrepresented men's apparel market.

• M&A Success: Played a pivotal executive role in the strategic positioning and successful sale of Bio-Cycle to a third-party purchaser, securing a seamless transition and retained leadership of the sales organization. • Revenue Acceleration: Developed and executed high-impact sales strategies that consistently exceeded corporate forecasts, expanding market share across the competitive agriculture and environmental sectors. • Brand Authority: Led the rebranding and market positioning of GFL Agriculture, aligning diverse business units under a cohesive narrative that drove new client acquisition and long-term retention.

• Cost Optimization: Architected DNI’s internal IT infrastructure from the ground up, moving away from outsourced dependencies to save the organization $350K+ annually while improving system reliability. • Cross-Functional Leadership: Served as the bridge between the Chairman and operational teams to deploy customized branding and IT programs across multiple subsidiaries, standardizing accounting and PO functions to reduce administrative overhead. • Tech-Driven Marketing: Oversaw the convergence of IT and Marketing departments, ensuring that all digital advertising and social media efforts were supported by robust analytics and secure data frameworks.

• Joined OneMind Health's senior leadership team to spearhead new business development initiatives. • Recruited and led a high-performing team of Regional Executives and Inside Sales professionals. • Developed and implemented innovative marketing and sales strategies across 20 states. • Successfully maintained relationships with corporate clients, enhancing the organization’s portfolio.

• Co-founded Niemann Design Partnership in 2011, leading business development strategies to enhance market presence. • Developed tailored marketing, PR, graphic design, and sales consulting services for diverse clients, including Fortune 1,000 companies. • Collaborated with C-suite teams to align resources with client strategies, ensuring the delivery of customized business solutions.

• Drove exceptional software sales solutions at Noteworthy Medical Systems, enhancing overall sales performance. • Collaborated with executive leadership to develop effective sales and product placement strategies. • Achieved recognition as the #1 Sales Executive from 2007 to 2010, exceeding sales goals by over 160%.

• Drove sales growth for Ciba Vision's medical device offerings, achieving $3M in primary and $1M in secondary product sales. • Established and nurtured strategic relationships with private practices and major retailers including Target, Wal-Mart, CVS, and Walgreens. • Recognized as the organization's #1 Sales Representative in 2005 for outstanding performance and contribution to revenue growth.

• Championed business development operations at Griffith Phillips Creative, leading a comprehensive rebranding initiative. • Revamped the corporate image, resulting in significant revenue growth and enhanced market presence. • Developed strategic programs that fostered new business relationships with Fortune 500 companies, generating $1.2M in additional sales revenues.

• Excelled as a Senior Account Executive at E2 Communications, specializing in software sales. • Developed new business relationships with major corporations like JC Penney and GameStop. • Consistently met and exceeded sales goals, ranking in the top 5% of Sales Executives from 1999 to 2003. • Contributed to the growth of additional revenue streams through strategic partnerships.

--Dean’s List three years in a row --Full Athletic Scholarship Recipient for Basketball --Captain and 4 year starter --Selected to UNCG’s Athletic Hall of Fame