We Don’t Just Outsource Sales —
We Build Scalable Revenue Engines.
We Don’t Just Outsource Sales —
We Build Scalable Revenue Engines.
The Trelevate Team
Since 2013, Trelevate has helped companies scale their sales operations without scaling their headcount. Our people-first, performance-driven model equips organizations with elite sales teams, constant momentum, and a system that elevates results every day.
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Leadership
Ryan KnaussFounder & President
About Ryan Knauss
Ryan has more than 15 years of success in executive sales outsourcing strategies and has engaged with some of the strongest brands in the world. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business psychology, organizations psychology, management principles and leadership practice in the workplace from Penn State and has spent most of his career teaching and mentoring world-class sales talent.
Prior to founding Trelevate, Ryan held executive positions at Infinity Contact, Netpique and Westward Inc. In each of these roles, he worked to develop and implement successful sales strategies and growth initiatives for top-tier corporations such as AT&T, UPS, First Horizon Merchant Services and Quill Office Supplies.
Knowing there was a better way to build and manage elite outsourced sales teams, Ryan co-founded Trelevate in 2012 and has since helped build the company into one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies in the United States. Ryan’s responsibilities at Trelevate include strategically aligning business partnerships, refining all sales platforms and working with the CEO to execute national program expansion.
Paul BriskiFounder & CEO
About Paul Briski
Paul has more than 16 years of executive experience in developing, engineering and implementing national sales outsourcing solutions. Identifying his entrepreneurial spirit early in his career, Paul founded Platinum Marking Group, Inc. shortly after earning his bachelor’s degree in corporate finance from Butler University. Platinum Marketing Group was created to be an alternative outsourced sales channel provider for Fortune 500 companies.
Before co-founding Trelevate in 2012, Paul was the Director of Enterprise Sales at DrFirst and the VP of Sales Operations at Netpique. He is well versed in a variety of business verticals including Energy, Telecom, Office Supplies, Healthcare, IT, Financial Services and Business Services.
In his current role, Paul is responsible for strategically driving the operations of Trelevate, continuously enhancing operational platforms while collaborating with the President to execute national program expansion.
Laura WhitlachVice President of Human Resources
About Laura Whitlach
As Vice President of Human Resources for Trelevate, Laura Whitlach’s passion is to assist people in achieving their maximum career potential. Her analytical thinking and outstanding communication skills are vital assets to the organization, developed over 25 years of experience in customer relations, marketing and sales. She excels in building lasting and trusting relationships as well as problem solving.
Laura resides in Phoenix with her husband and 2 children.
Chris CarterVice President of Sales
About Chris Carter
Chris is a senior sales operations executive with nearly 27 years of experience leading national revenue programs for Fortune 500 organizations. At Trelevate, he has played a key role in architecting and scaling high-performance sales initiatives, including the Constellation Energy program and the National Frontier Communications program developed alongside the company’s founders.
His background includes executive leadership across outsourced telecommunications and B2B sales organizations, supporting brands such as AT&T, DirecTV, and CenturyLink/Qwest. As Vice President of Sales Operations at Trelevate, Chris oversees end-to-end program strategy and execution, driving measurable ROI, operational excellence, and customer acquisition with a strong foundation of integrity and accountability..
Amie ShawVice President of Account Management
About Amie Shaw
As Vice President of Account Management at Trelevate, Amie brings a strategic and solutions-focused approach to building strong client relationships and supporting high-performing sales teams. Known for her ability to navigate complex challenges and her exceptional attention to detail, she works closely with sales leadership to drive consistency, growth, and long-term success.
With over 20 years of experience across account management, customer service, and sales, Amie offers deep insight into the full sales lifecycle. Her comprehensive understanding of both client needs and internal operations allows her to strengthen partnerships, improve processes, and deliver a consistently elevated experience for the workforce. She leads with a sense of stewardship that aligns teams, strengthens partnerships, and sustains long-term success.
Logan G. JohnsonVice President of Sales & Operations
About Logan G. Johnson
Logan is a seasoned and successful high-level business veteran that has held successively more responsible positions in a broad array of significant managerial positions. In his role currently he oversees major sales operations in a diverse portfolio to include but not limited to the areas of energy, telecommunications, private aviation, and medical. In these roles, he will partner with our clients in building sales techniques and team development, target acquisition, and market growth.
Prior to joining Trelevate, Logan was a Regional Sales Manager for a legal advertising firm, the Talent Acquisition Manager for a talent recruitment and management firm, and Corporate Sales Manager with a 22-million-dollar business portfolio.
A native of Arizona, Mr. Johnson is happily married and has 3 children and resides on a mini farm in San Tan Valley AZ. In his free time he enjoys outdoor adventures such as boating, camping and fishing with his family.
Garrett MillerDirector of Sales
About Garrett Miller
Garrett Miller brings over 20 years of diverse experience spanning logistics, sales, asset management, communications, finance, entrepreneurship, talent evaluation, and systems development. He joined Trelevate in September 2022 and has since played a key role in strengthening client relationships, developing future leaders, expanding revenue opportunities, and delivering consistent results.A native Texan and licensed realtor, Garrett has worked with and consulted for numerous Fortune 500 companies and government-sponsored enterprises, including FedEx, Nationstar Mortgage, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Fannie Mae, Centex, and Fortress Investment Group.A true visionary with a passion for growth and innovation, Garrett leverages his experience, intuition, and multifaceted skill set to elevate himself, empower others, and help shape the future of Trelevate.
Franklin SantagateChief of Strategy
About Franklin Santagate
Franklin has more than 40 years of executive leadership, growth strategy, brand positioning, and go-to-market experience across sales, marketing, leadership development, nonprofit growth, and business transformation. Throughout his career, Franklin has helped organizations clarify vision, strengthen market position, build revenue strategies, and align leadership teams around measurable execution.
In his current role as Chief of Strategy, Franklin helps shape Trelevate’s strategic growth direction, strengthen brand and market positioning, support SMB client acquisition, and align Trelevate’s sales outsourcing model with the needs of national organizations seeking faster, more efficient revenue growth. He works closely with Trelevate’s leadership team to identify new market opportunities, refine go-to-market strategy, and communicate the value of Trelevate’s field sales execution platform to prospective partners and scalable outcomes.
Dallas TaylorArea Business Manager - Connecticut
About Dallas Taylor
Dallas is passionate about building people up, creating alignment, and helping individuals and teams improve every day. Dallas believes that when the culture is strong and people support one another, performance naturally follows — and together, the team gets better every day.
Management
Barbara CordovaBusiness Development Manager
About Barbara Cordova
Barbara is a detail-oriented, people-focused professional with strong experience in employee and customer relations, talent acquisition, and training. She is passionate about encouraging professional confidence, personal growth, and accountability, while advocating for customers through a thoughtful, well-rounded approach to satisfaction.
Barbara thrives in positive, high-energy environments where connection, collaboration, and a sense of humor are a part of every day.
Brandon SmithArea Business Manager - Ohio
About Brandon Smith
Brandon is a results-driven sales leader recognized for building and scaling high-performance sales organizations across competitive markets. As an Area Business Manager, he has consistently driven revenue growth by developing strong leadership teams, implementing scalable systems, and fostering a culture rooted in accountability and execution.
At Trelevate, Brandon operates as a strategic leader, focused on expanding market presence, strengthening organizational infrastructure, and developing talent pipelines that support sustained, long-term growth. His ability to align vision with execution and translate strategy into measurable results has positioned him as a key contributor to both team performance and broader company objectives.
Brandon is deeply committed to leadership development and believes that great organizations are built by empowering people to perform at their highest level. He leads with a focus on consistency, ownership, and discipline—principles that drive both individual success and organizational scale.
Based in Ohio, Brandon resides with his family, who remain the foundation behind his drive, leadership, and commitment to making a lasting impact.
Keith FranciscoLead Account Manager
About Keith Francisco
Keith is the Lead Account Manager at Trelevate, where he specializes in multi-market sales operations and strategic client relations. In his current role, he drives regional alignment across several major accounts and delivers actionable data insights directly to executive leadership. Keith brings a rich, multi-industry background to the team, with deep expertise rooted in financial consultancy, customer success, and corporate sales management.
Ava HamannTalent Team Lead
About Ava Hamann
Passionate about building meaningful connections and helping individuals find opportunities where they can grow and succeed, Ava earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Arizona. She brings strong communication, relationship-building, and recruiting skills to her role and is committed to creating a positive candidate experience while supporting both individuals and organizations in achieving their goals.
Josh MozaBusiness Development Manager
About Josh Moza
Josh brings a diverse background in leadership, recruiting, and marketing to Trelevate. With a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership, he has extensive experience developing teams, coaching leaders, and helping organizations scale effectively. During his time at Trelevate, Josh has contributed across multiple areas of the business, including recruiting, leadership support, and cross-department problem solving. He now leads Trelevate’s social media marketing efforts, helping communicate the company’s culture, values, and opportunities to a broader audience. Outside of Trelevate, Josh serves in higher education and ministry, roles that continually sharpen his ability to lead, communicate, and invest in people.
Addison SchwartzRecruiter
About Addison Schwartz
With 13 years of customer service under her belt, Addison is client and customer focused. Her positive and relaxed attitude is what drives her to succeed and advocate for customers. Addison is passionate about personal growth, empathy, and ensuring her team stays motivated.
Sean Carroll1967 - 2024
About Sean Carroll
Sean was a valuable member of the Trelevate Family for over 8 years; unfortunately, we lost him in early 2024. Sean was an incredible father and very proud of his sons Griffin and Braden. He was also blessed to have his long time companion, Melissa, who was a rock and sounding board for Sean. He was a wonderful storyteller and enjoyed sharing tales of their many adventures together with anyone who would listen. Sean’s smile and charisma were infectious, and he made sure everyone around him were taken care of. Not surprising to anyone, Sean was a wonderful and successful salesperson, as well as a skilled leader in operations and leadership.
To honor Sean, Trelevate created The Sean C Effect
S – Smile that is contagious
E – Engagement that is everyday
A – Activity with an Attitude that is transparent
N – No Excuse Mentality; if it’s going be, it’s up to me
C – Commitment to the good of others


