September 15, 2008
Brill Street Announces New Executive Vice President of Sales
CHICAGO, IL — Brill Street + Company, Inc., the specialized Chicago-based talent development firm that places high-performing college students and recent grads into projects, internships and full-time positions in America's finest companies, announces the appointment of Lisa Coleman as their Executive Vice President of Sales (EVP of Sales).
"The appointment of Lisa Coleman is an exciting milestone for Brill Street," says Gilles Tanneur, President and CEO of Brill Street. "Lisa brings to Brill Street more than 11 years of experience within the human capital industry, boundless entrepreneurial spirit and an impressive track record of building successful sales teams."
As a key player in implementing the Brill Street business model, Coleman joins Brill Street at a critical time of growth and opportunity. With the company embarking on its national expansion initiatives by opening offices first in Minneapolis and Boston, Coleman is leading the charge to build new and existing markets. At the same time, she is responsible for championing the company's vision, mission and values by delivering high-value brand experiences to clients that position Brill Street as a transformative talent development partner.
Coleman comes to Brill Street with an impressive track record and deep respect within the industry. As a seasoned entrepreneur with experience in sales, marketing and professional staffing, Coleman has a passion for matching the emerging talent pool of students and recent grads with thriving businesses, and has had extensive success in developing sales teams. Most recently, Coleman built her own marketing staffing company and sold it to the world's leading marketing and design staffing agency.
"Lisa's experience and shared commitment to our talent pool make her an ideal addition to our leadership team," adds Tanneur. "We are very pleased to have her on board, and look forward to her invaluable contributions as we continue to expand Brill Street's capabilities and broaden our market presence."
About Brill Street + Company, Inc.
For dynamic companies, Brill Street is a refreshing talent development partner that – with ease and practicality – helps shape our clients’ future success by cultivating the pool of smart, motivated students and recent grads. Our goal is to establish an early, enriching dialogue between the real world of business and America’s workforce of the future.