Official Bio
Executive Summary
Vickie Closson is a business strategy consultant and the founder of Branity. A Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses graduate, she helps entrepreneurs nationwide build strong operational foundations. Vickie is the author of Building Your Way to Success and host of the Let's Get Real podcast.
Born and raised in Texas, Vickie spent her childhood in the foster care system β an experience that lit a fire rather than held her back. She found her calling in marketing and advertising in 1991, earning two ADDY Awards from the American Advertising Federation early in her career.
Over two decades, she served as Director of Operations for an organization that grew from one business to seven. In 2021, she launched Branity to focus fully on helping entrepreneurs move from reactive management to structured execution.
She is a wife of over 36 years, a proud mom of two β "just a girl chasing her dreams and proving every day that where you start does not determine where you end up."
Areas of Expertise
Transforming operational chaos into scalable, sustainable business systems.
Fractional COO Services
Implementing operational systems so CEOs can work ON the business while Vickie works IN it.
Business Consulting
Guiding startups and established firms through the Goldman Sachs 10K framework with KPI-driven accountability.
Brand Identity
Aligning visual branding with business execution so your brand reflects the business you're actually building.
Operational Systems Design
Replacing founder dependency with documented, repeatable systems that support scale.
Leadership Rhythm
Creating operational rhythm and clarity so teams move with direction, not just activity.
Business Foundations
Building infrastructure that supports long-term growth β strategy aligned with execution at every stage.
Signature Talks
Available for keynotes, podcasts, panels, workshops, virtual events, masterminds, and corporate sessions.
Turning Operational Chaos into Scalable Business Systems
How to stop duct-taping your operations and start building a business that can grow without you in every room.
It's Probably Not a People Problem: Why Most Business Issues Are Actually Operational
The honest truth most business owners aren't hearing: your team isn't the problem. Your systems are.
Vision Without Execution Is Just Expensive Chaos
A strategic wake-up call for entrepreneurs who have big ideas but no operational backbone to support them.
Featured Interviews & Podcasts
Visibility Impact Show β "Can Your Business Handle the Spotlight?"
May 2026
Listen Now βVisibility Impact Show β "The Secret to Scaling and Standing Out"
December 2024
Listen on Spotify βThe Productivity Podcast β "Why Your Logo Won't Make You Money"
January 2023
Listen on Spotify βSip and Soul Podcast β "Finding Yourself Again & Redefining Success"
July 2021
Listen on Spotify βLet's Get Real Podcast
Entrepreneurship, leadership, and building with intention β no fluff, no filler. Real conversations for real operators. Returning in 2026 alongside a new blog.
Articles & Publications
Valiant CEO β "Empowering Growth and Innovation at Branity, LLC"
April 2026
Read Article βAwards & Credentials
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
Application-based program for high-growth business owners. Cohort 2, December 2020
TOMA Certified
Top of Mind Awareness β business strategy consultant recognized nationwide
Two-Time ADDY Award Winner
American Advertising Federation β earned early in her career across agency, radio, and TV
Community Service Award
Olentangy Local School District β recognized for community leadership, 2013β2014
Princess Badoura β Daughters of the Nile
Subset of Shriners International, supporting Shriners Hospitals for Children
Junior League of Columbus
Active member supporting children in foster care β a cause deeply personal to Vickie's story
Connect & Follow
Reaching 10,000+ entrepreneurs, business owners, and operational leaders monthly.
YouTube
@vickieclosson1Ready to Work Together?
Whether you're booking Vickie for a keynote, podcast interview, or need a Fractional COO β let's talk.
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Contact Us
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Open Hours
Mon-Fri: 9 AM β 6 PM
Saturday: 9 AM β 4 PM
Sunday: Closed
Location
2 Cruise Park Rise Tyrrelstown
Dublin 15, Ireland
Email: support@systeme.io
Telephone: +1 234 567 890
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