Brielle Cotterman is an Inc. 5000 and TEDx speaker, Activist Against Domestic Violence, Publicity Expert, Celebrity Maker, and Founder & CEO of the Influential Leader Agency. For nearly fifteen years, she has helped clients build world-renowned personal brands, scale dream careers to multiple seven figures, and use their stories to inspire millions. Through her trademarked methods, clients have launched speaking tours, written award-winning books, secured top media placements, and become leaders in their industries.
A survivor of attempted murder and domestic violence, Brielle is a passionate advocate for a world where intimate partner abuse is never tolerated and survivors are met with empathy and opportunity.
Her clients appear on Forbes 30 Under 30, Ad Week’s Creative 100, EY Entrepreneur of the Year, and the Inc. 5000, as well as the most prestigious stages, podcasts, and publications. A graduate of Indiana University, Brielle is also a World Champion Equestrian, former Miss America Organization titleholder and director, PRSA and AICI member, and finalist for Today’s Woman Magazine’s 2023 Most Admired Woman Entrepreneur.
Brielle lives on a horse farm with her husband of six years, three children, twelve horses, a mini cow, and two dogs.
How to Actually Read Your P&L (And What to Look For)
A practical guide to turning your profit and loss statement into a real decision-making tool.
What I'd Tell My Pre-Kids Founder Self About Scaling
Growth looks different on the other side of motherhood. These founders share what they wish they'd known earlier about scaling, sustainability, and the village that makes it all possible.
The Systems That Make My Business Work as a Mom
Forget hustle culture. These mom-founders built intentional systems like time-blocked calendars to outsourced meal prep, that let them lead their businesses and show up for their families.
What Founders Really Pay Themselves at Every Stage
A transparent look at founder compensation and how it actually evolves as your business grows.
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5 Ways Community Can Be Your Greatest Visibility Strategy
Discover 5 ways community can become your most powerful visibility strategy and help women founders grow their brand, credibility, and opportunities.
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Why Your Personal Brand is Your Greatest Business Asset
Discover how personal branding can transform your business journey from Stephanie Cartin, co-founder of Socialfly and Entreprenista.
The Decision I Would Undo If I Could
Staying invisible too long. Waiting for outside permission that was never coming. These founders share the decisions they'd undo and what finally changed because of them.
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Built Together: Mother-Daughter Duos Redefining What It Means to Scale a Business
These mother-daughter co-founder pairs are proof that some of the most powerful business partnerships start at the kitchen table.