Brian Petracca
COO, New York City Industrial Advisors
New York, NY 10165
Phone (516) 551-8450
Bio
Brian is an experienced operations and growth strategist with a strong track record of scaling startups, streamlining business processes, and building strategic partnerships. As Chief Operating Officer at New York City Industrial Advisors (NYCIA), he leads internal operations, business development, and process automation efforts to improve efficiency and expand the firm’s market footprint.
Before joining NYCIA, Brian played a pivotal role in the growth of several early-stage companies, including the SaaS startup Cohley, where he helped drive 2,400% revenue growth. His work has spanned sales operations, CRM and HR system implementation, and revenue optimization. He has also advised startups on go-to-market strategies, forecasting, and operational improvements.
In addition to his tech background, Brian brings over a decade of hands-on experience in real estate, managing and supporting his family’s portfolio of industrial, retail, and residential properties across Long Island and Queens. His responsibilities have included tenant relations, lease administration, and property operations.
At NYCIA, Brian draws on this diverse expertise to strengthen client relationships, optimize internal systems, and develop growth partnerships that drive long-term value.
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