About Brad
Companies & Initiatives
Current activities Brad has founded

Uptake provides industrial intelligence software-as-a-service, helping companies translate underutilized data into insights that predict and prevent failures before they happen.

WNDR is a collective of thinkers, artists, poets and designers, working at the intersection of art and technology. The expansive programs put forth as a collective hub includes our museums, creative studio, and bold collaborations.

Lightsource is the business incubation, investment, and acquisition activity born out of Brad Keywell’s family office. As a reflection of Brad’s outlook, we are a small team of founders and operators that index for creation and optimization.

SkillHero is a workforce technology company focused exclusively on the skilled trades. The premier community for the skilled trades ecosystem – SkillHero enables career opportunities for motivated tradespeople and provides employers with more effective labor solutions.

Highwire is a multi-media production company with an unwavering commitment to producing audacious and unforgettable work.

Chicago Ideas is a nonprofit platform built on one core belief: When audiences of every background have the same access to thought leaders and innovative ideas – people have the power to spark change in the world.