Staff
The SBA staff carries out the day-to-day operations of the organization. The Board of Directors set the direction and the staff makes it happen.
About Brad:
Brad has almost two decades of working with a variety of non-profit organizations. He is also a former small business owner. Brad was the President/CEO of the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce for almost 4 years. Before that, he served for 9 years with the Midland Chamber of Commerce (Texas) as the Executive Vice President of Tourism & Facilities. Beyond his professional career, Brad and his wife enjoy traveling and exploring new places together. After nearly two decades of work in Texas, they are beginning a new chapter in the Pacific Northwest.
About Gavin:
Gavin Cooley plays a key role in shaping the Spokane Business Association’s long-term vision and policy leadership. He previously served the City of Spokane for 17 years as Chief Financial Officer, bringing deep institutional knowledge and a steady, disciplined approach to complex financial and policy challenges. Beyond his professional work, Gavin is an adventurer at heart and a family man to his core—values that shape his leadership style and reinforce his commitment to building a strong, resilient future for Spokane and the region.
About Sherri:
Sherri Britton is a lifelong Washingtonian who has spent most of her life in Spokane. She is married and the proud mom of two grown daughters. Deeply rooted in the community she calls home, Sherri brings both care and curiosity to her work, believing that strong businesses and strong neighborhoods grow from listening, collaboration, and a shared sense of responsibility for Spokane’s future.