JOSEPH LEASER

I build and lead sales and partnership organizations that own the full lifecycle and turn relationships into revenue.

Over the past 15+ years, I’ve driven $135M+ in growth by leading enterprise and mid-market sales, expanding existing accounts, and building the structure behind consistent execution. 

My work spans staffing, MSP/VMS, SaaS, and tech-enabled services, where growth is earned through trust, solutioning, and execution beyond the initial sale.

I’ve rebuilt underperforming markets, scaled a $30M business to $70M, and owned a $65M P&L across 10 markets. But the throughline isn’t just new business. It’s ownership. From initial sale through onboarding, adoption, and expansion, I focus on creating clarity around what success looks like and building the cadence that drives it.

Where I deliver impact:
• Driving new business and expanding existing accounts into long-term revenue growth

• Owning post-sale success including implementation, onboarding, and expansion strategy

• Aligning Sales, Delivery, and Client Success to create a seamless client experience

• Establishing operating rhythm, QBRs, and visibility that improve retention and accelerate growth

• Leading teams through turnaround into high-performing, accountable organizations

I’m known for bringing clarity to complex environments and turning strategy into practical execution that sticks. When priorities are clear, ownership is defined, and teams are aligned, growth follows.

On a personal note, I’m based in Michigan, married 30 years, and spend as much time as possible on the lake with my family. I also throw a world-famous Halloween party every October.

If you’re building something where sales, client relationships, and long-term growth all matter, I’d welcome the chance to connect.

-Joe

Career Impact

Proven results, built through alignment, execution, and scale.

Drove $135M+ revenue growth across sales, partnerships, and client expansion

Aligned go-to-market strategy, partner execution, and team accountability to drive scalable, multi-market growth.

Owned $65M P&L across 10 markets; scaled a $30M unit to $70M

Drove profitable growth through disciplined execution, operational alignment, and market expansion.

Scaled $25M+ recurring partner portfolio driving pipeline and expansion

Expanded and activated high-value partner relationships to create predictable, recurring revenue streams.

Built and activated a 100+ partner ecosystem driving sustained pipeline and expansion

Built and enabled a diverse partner network to extend market reach and accelerate pipeline generation.

Turned underperforming markets into top-tier revenue contributors through targeted GTM and leadership reset

Identified root causes, reset strategy, and re-engaged teams to restore performance and exceed targets.

Achieved 96% team retention through coaching-led leadership

Developed high-performing teams through clarity, consistent feedback, and a coaching-first leadership approach.

Drove $135M+ revenue growth across sales, partnerships, and client expansion
Owned $65M P&L across 10 markets; scaled a $30M unit to $70M
Scaled $25M+ recurring partner portfolio driving pipeline and expansion
Built and activated a 100+ partner ecosystem driving sustained pipeline and expansion
Turned underperforming markets into top-tier revenue contributors through targeted GTM and leadership reset
Achieved 96% team retention through coaching-led leadership

How I Lead

CLARITY | CONFIDENCE | SPEED Creating clarity, building confidence, and accelerating execution.

Strategic Intent

Execution starts with clarity. I translate strategy into clear priorities, trade-offs, and measurable outcomes so teams know exactly what success looks like. When intent is clear, alignment follows and execution accelerates.

Talent & Accountability

Performance improves when ownership is clear. I define roles, decision rights, and expectations so teams can operate without friction. Strong accountability creates momentum and consistency.

Enablement & Infrastructure

Execution requires systems. I build the tools, visibility, and operating rhythm teams need to scale. When infrastructure is right, performance becomes repeatable..

Recognition & Reinforcement

Culture is shaped by what gets rewarded. I reinforce the behaviors that drive results through metrics, feedback, and recognition. What gets measured and repeated becomes how teams operate.

Measurement & Decision Discipline

Decisions require visibility. I establish clear metrics, regular reviews, and structured decision processes. This creates alignment, speeds decisions, and drives consistent results.

Speed to Value

Speed comes from clarity and alignment, not urgency.  I focus teams on what matters most and remove friction from execution. When priorities are clear, value is delivered faster and more consistently.

Recommendations

Driving Measurable Results | Building High-Performing Teams | Bringing Clarity to Complex Environments | Turning Strategy Into Execution

 "Joe is a force multiplier who excels at mastering complexity and managing high-stakes relationships." 

Mark Reinke
Strategic Renewals Leader

 "His insight, expertise, and ability to coach with both a strategic perspective and practical guidance have been invaluable. Joe combines intelligence with authenticity; he doesn’t just advise, he empowers." 

Jerald Cosey
Keynote Speaker

 "Joe has that rare mix of strategic insight and practical execution. I could always count on him to ask smart questions, bring clarity to complex challenges, and make the work better for everyone involved." 

Kelly Houston
MBA,MSML

 "Joe is one of those people you go to when you need perspective. His great listening skills give him an advantage when developing solutions that will satisfy customer needs and engage team members to deliver results. Joe's great sense of humor and sincere caring spirit have made working with him a truly rewarding experience." 

Kristi Stutz
Talent Specialist

 " Joe's collaborative approach and customer focus led to the success of the Syracuse Market while providing me with skills to grow as a manager." 

John Wilson
Sales Executive

 "Joe is a passionate leader who fully believes in vision and purpose. He listens, communicates effectively, and elevates the engagement of the team." 

Katrina Knapp
Market Leader