Brianna Finney is a seasoned executive with 20 years of experience in Heavy-Duty Trucking, Dealer Operations, and manufacturing, bringing a results-driven approach to strategic planning, operational efficiency, and revenue growth. With a deep understanding of business transformation, cost reduction, and workforce development, Brianna has consistently delivered measurable impact through leadership roles in both private and public sector organizations.

Serving as Vice President of Service & Collision Operations at Gordon Truck Centers, Brianna played a pivotal role in the company’s expansion and profitability. She has been instrumental in growing operations from 15 to 19 facilities through acquisitions, contributing to a $400-million revenue operation while achieving a 153% in net income through a 6% profit margin improvement. Her strategic approach to team optimization and operational structure enabled the company to achieve 43% revenue growth without increased overhead costs. She also developed and implemented a technical and non-technical Training Department to support the continued education of 400+ employees, further strengthening the company’s workforce and industry presence.

Previously, as Director of Central Operations at Velocity Vehicle Group, Brianna led process standardization across 26 locations, improving Service, Body Shop, and Parts procurement operations, and reducing annual personnel costs by $1.5M. She successfully integrated 11 dealership locations within 90-days, increasing profitability while minimizing employee and customer impact. Under her leadership, the company’s Training and Development program expanded significantly, resulting in a higher retention rate and increased technician certifications.

Brianna also held key leadership roles at Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), where she worked as a Senior Project Manager for Business Innovation, identifying and implementing disruptive, high-impact projects to enhance DTNA’s competitiveness. Additionally, as a Continuous Improvement Project Manager, she developed strategic recommendations that resulted in $6M in fixed-overhead savings.

Beyond her corporate career, Brianna is deeply committed to community engagement and workforce development. She is a Board Member for Cascadia Technical Academy, a vocational training institution in Southwest Washington that provides career and technical education in partnership with local school districts. She was also a Founding Board Member of Project Lemonade, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting foster youth by providing a clothing shopping experiences to empower self-esteem and success.

Brianna’s leadership philosophy is rooted in driving transformation, fostering collaboration, and implementing data-driven strategies to improve business operations and employee engagement. She is passionate about mentorship, organizational growth, and bridging the gap between companies and their communities.

As she looks toward new opportunities, Brianna is actively seeking board roles where she can leverage her expertise in operational strategy, revenue diversification, and business transformation to help organizations achieve sustainable growth and long-term success. Her ability to enhance communication between leadership, employees, and external stakeholders makes her a valuable addition to any board or advisory team looking to strengthen its strategic direction and operational excellence.

Character: Brianna Finney is a dedicated and results-driven leader committed to fostering growth, inclusivity, and operational excellence in every organization she serves.

Knowledge: With 20-years of experience in Heavy-Duty Trucking, Dealer Operations, and manufacturing, she possesses deep expertise in business transformation, cost reduction, and workforce development.

Strategic: She has a proven track record of implementing data-driven strategies that drive revenue growth, improve operational efficiency, and successfully integrate acquisitions.

Communication: Brianna excels at fostering collaboration between leadership, employees, and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and enhancing overall business success.