Briana Marsalla
Briana Marsalla is a dynamic and accomplished Senior Client Executive of Business Sales at Verizon Connect, where she brings over six years of experience driving success in the highly competitive tech and telecommunications industry. A skilled communicator with a background in broadcast journalism, Briana leverages her strengths in sales, client relations, and workforce management to deliver consistent results and build meaningful partnerships. Her dedication and performance have earned her top honors, including multiple President’s Cabinet awards, recognizing her as one of Verizon’s highest-performing professionals.
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Before transitioning into the tech space, Briana began her career as a news reporter in the Greater Rockford Area, where she honed her storytelling, presentation, and live broadcasting skills. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism from Columbia College Chicago and is currently pursuing her MBA at Strayer University, underscoring her commitment to continuous growth and leadership development.
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Briana is a proud advocate for women in business and credits much of her career momentum to the empowering mentorship she’s received within Verizon, particularly under female leadership. She was honored to be selected for Verizon’s “Woman of the World” program, a prestigious recognition given to standout women across the company. With a unique blend of media expertise and business acumen, Briana continues to set the standard for excellence while inspiring others to rise in their fields.
• McHenry County College- Associate's
• Columbia College Chicago- Bachelor's
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my strong faith in God, which has guided me through both the highs and lows of my career and personal life.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest opportunities in my field right now is the growing recognition and support for women in leadership, which I’ve personally experienced under the mentorship of Karla Ludwig. Despite entering a male-dominated industry with no prior sales experience, I became the top representative at my company and was honored to be selected for Verizon’s “Woman of the World” program out of 7,000 employees.