CO-FOUNDER | PARTNER

A nationally recognized word nerd with impact, Brad specializes in message development, delivery, media training, media content production, and speech writing. Brad is one of the most awarded and respected news anchors and investigative reporters in the country, and the first openly gay main anchor in Chicago. His journalistic work, most recently at CBS, freed people from prison, passed laws, and changed policies. He now uses his investigative skillset to help clients. Brad won the nation’s top journalistic honor—the National Edward R. Murrow Award for writing—along with dozens of Emmy Awards, including eight in a row for Best News Writing (2003-2010). In 2019, Brad was named main anchor for CBS Chicago; he later led the station’s digital streaming efforts, becoming primary anchor and storyteller. Brad is also a founding board member of Devices for the Disabled (D4D), a non-profit that repurposes durable medical goods—from walkers to power wheelchairs to customized vans—for thousands of patients in financial need. His news story helped launch the now-international 501(c)(3).

CO-FOUNDER | PARTNER

With nearly 40 years of uniquely diverse communications experience at the highest levels of government, business, and politics, Pat offers our clients proven expertise in crisis communications, media training, and business development. Prior to BE Media, Pat distilled complex financial crimes in public corruption cases for the U.S. Department of Justice and served as a surrogate for national, state, and local elected officials. Pat was also a partner at a Big 4 consulting firm, frequently tasked as an industry expert and designated spokesperson for the firm. Pat is one of the most well-known faces in Illinois politics; the father of four has made thousands of media appearances, serving as both a legal and political expert, providing analysis for headline-making stories. Pat is a founding board member of Tuskegee Next, which provides flight training to at-risk youth, giving them a skillset in aviation, honoring the original Tuskegee Airmen.

SENIOR CONSULTANT

An entrepreneur and C-suite star with a rare mix of corporate cleverness and street sense, she’s a Houdini when it comes to clarifying the convoluted and crystallizing compelling messages for our clients. Lisa’s titles include Managing Partner, CMO, VP, and more. She has expertise in corporate and financial communications, marketing, and media planning and buying. Born in Chicago and holding a Master’s degree from Northwestern University in Integrated Marketing, Lisa is on a first-name basis with preeminent business minds. She’s teamed with Amazon, AutoZone, Caterpillar, Papa John's, Epic Games (Fortnite), Expedia Group, Godiva, McDonald's, Michelin, Sundance, Hefty, Moen, and more. Lisa served on the board of Yellowstone Forever, which—as Yellowstone National Park’s official non-profit partner—protects, preserves, and enhances this national treasure through education and philanthropy.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

A multiple Emmy Award winner, Kara shapes media at every level—from startups to major networks. She launched CBS Chicago’s digital streaming network and led major projects, serving as senior producer on the Edward R. Murrow Award-winning true crime docuseries PainKiller: The Tylenol Murders. A versatile media strategist, Kara crafts digital experiences, edits compelling video, books top-tier talent, and conducts in-depth investigations. She’s worked as a field producer for Univision’s Jorge Ramos, helping launch Real America for Facebook Watch. At NBC’s 30 Rock, she produced videos for Morning Joe and other top network programs. She has also played a key role in several acclaimed network documentaries.