Executing Your

Growth Objectives

Columbus, OH

Brandon Pickworth, CEO of Pickworth GTM, is a growth catalyst for early-stage founders, innovation teams and startups, leveraging his extensive experience in high-tech sales and startup leadership. Notable for building a nine-figure pipeline that converted to millions in closed won contracts for what became an AI unicorn, and being the driving force behind breaking through to immediate revenue growth for new ventures. Brandon has advised and operated across the full capital stack, ensuring sustained growth and innovation with the companies he has helped build.

Brandon is a Techstars mentor and advisor to Redesign Health and hubble.

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Core Leaders

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Pete Ciano
Head of Business Development
San Antonio, TX

Pete leads Business Development across the full Pickworth GTM client portfolio, with deep expertise in outbound prospecting and securing niche, hard-to-reach prospects in healthcare technology.

Known for his ability to open markets and drive growth, he also trains and develops key players both within PGTM and client accounts. Based in San Antonio, Texas, Pete is an avid golfer and aspiring restauranteur, bringing the same focus and creativity to the kitchen and the course as he does to business growth.

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Chris Keene
Business Development Representative
Orlando, FL

Chris specializes in opening strategic conversations with high-growth companies across emerging tech. A U.S. military veteran and former contractor, Chris brings grit, discipline, and a deep commitment to building long-term client relationships. 

Known for his energy, integrity, and relentless work ethic, Chris is a key player in PGTM’s high-integrity pipeline strategy. He’s passionate about helping founders scale and ensuring every partnership begins with trust and clarity.

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Alissa Devine
Business Development Representative
St. Petersburg, FL

Alissa is a driver of outbound pipeline creation across the firm’s client portfolio. She brings deep expertise in high-volume prospecting, discovery, and converting cold outreach into qualified conversations with senior decision-makers across healthcare, SaaS, and emerging technology.

Known for her discipline, competitive edge, and ability to build trust quickly, Alissa combines rigorous CRM execution with sharp communication instincts developed through years of elite sales performance and her background as an Emmy Award winning producer. She thrives in fast-paced environments and plays a key role in executing PGTM’s high-integrity pipeline strategy, helping founders create momentum, clarity, and durable growth.

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Chris Franckhauser
Operating Partner
Charlotte, NC

Chris is a seasoned healthcare and technology business leader with over 20 years of experience in strategy, commercialization and product leadership. He has successfully guided both large corporations like Xerox, Stryker, and Cardinal Health, as well as entrepreneurial startups, in achieving strategic growth and transformational change.

Chris is known for his ability to convert visionary ideas into impactful results, from product development and global marketing awards to influencing significant public health decisions.

Client Executive Advisors

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Jordan Reilly
Creative
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Joseph Hopkinson
Salesforce Partner
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Josh Montgomery
Creative Motion Design