Managing Partner, Aristotle Partners
Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Brad Harwick is a fractional executive and business advisor specializing in growth strategy, marketing, and M&A. As Managing Partner at Aristotle Partners, he helps small and mid-sized businesses scale by providing strategic leadership in marketing, business development, and executive advisory.
Previously, Brad played a key role in the acquisition of Bury, Inc. by Stantec, leading corporate development and branding efforts. He has secured major venture capital funding for startups and serves on the MBA Employment Impact Board at Texas A&M’s Mays Business School. Passionate about mentorship, he guides senior leaders through career transitions and business growth.
Top Skills
- Marketing Strategy
- Leadership
- Brand Management
- Business Development
- Negotiation
- Social Media Marketing
- Strategic Planning
Recent or Notable Roles
- Managing Partner – Aristotle Partners
- Member & Texas Channel Leader – Fractionals United
- Board Member, MBA Program Employment Impact Board – Mays Business School, Texas A&M University
- Senior Vice President, Director of Corporate Development – Bury, Inc.
- Chief Strategist – MentorTex
Expertise
- Fractional Leadership & Executive Advisory
- Marketing & Business Development Strategy
- Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Advisory
- Strategic Planning & Growth Acceleration
- Talent Development & Leadership Coaching
- Career Transition Coaching for Senior Executives
Education
He holds a BBA in Marketing from Mays Business School at Texas A&M University, an MBA in Management from St. Edward’s University, and is an Honors Graduate of the Southwest CUNA Management School at the University of North Texas, specializing in Strategic Planning and Financial Management. Throughout his education, he was actively involved in leadership and academic organizations, including the Student Conference on National Affairs, Fish Camp Counselor, and Delta Mu Delta Honor Society.
Accomplishments
- Aristotle Partners: Founded and scaled a successful advisory firm providing fractional executive leadership in marketing, business development, M&A, and strategic planning for small to mid-sized businesses.
- M&A Leadership: Played a pivotal role in the successful acquisition of Bury, Inc. by Stantec, a 22,000-person design firm, leading strategy, talent development, and corporate communications throughout the process.
- Growth & Business Development: As SVP & Chief Marketing Officer at Bury, Inc., led the company’s first major rebrand in over 30 years, positioning the firm for sale and enhancing market presence.
- Fundraising Success: Assisted in securing significant venture capital funding for early-stage companies, including supporting the largest venture round raised by a startup in the Austin market at the time.
- Board Leadership & Mentorship: Serves as a Board Member for the MBA Employment Impact Board at Texas A&M’s Mays Business School and has mentored countless senior leaders and startup founders through career transitions and business scaling efforts.
Interviews
Interests
- Mentoring emerging leaders and entrepreneurs
- Supporting career transitions and professional development
- Exploring business growth strategies and market trends
- Community engagement and networking
- Outdoor activities, including hiking and cycling
- Traveling and experiencing different cultures
- Continuous learning in leadership and business innovation
