The Operating System for Economic Mobility
Brightstead Technologies is a mission-driven technology company. We build the digital rails that connect individuals and organizations to the resources they are eligible for—securely, instantly, and without the paperwork.
Mission-Critical Experience
Our team is comprised of veterans from US Special Operations, DeepMind, and Goldman Sachs. We have spent our careers building mission-critical systems where failure was not an option. Now, we are applying that same rigor to poverty alleviation.
Deterministic AI Core
Our technology is built on a fundamentally different approach to AI—one where accuracy and accountability come first.
Deterministic Logic
Our AI calculates eligibility using rule-based logic. It doesn't guess—it computes precise answers based on authoritative data sources.
Bank-Grade Security
256-bit encryption, HIPAA-compliant infrastructure, and rigorous access controls protect every piece of data in our system.
Zero Hallucination
Every decision our system makes is 100% auditable. We use deterministic AI that produces verifiable, repeatable results.
Leadership Team
Samuel F. Sells
CEO
Former USAF Special Operations, Ebola Response Team, Heyman Service Medal
Samuel served in US Air Force Special Operations before transitioning to the humanitarian sector. His experience leading crisis response teams during the Ebola outbreak shaped his conviction that technology could dramatically improve how resources reach people in need. He founded Brightstead Technologies to build the infrastructure layer for global prosperity.
Maximus Blackbourne
Chief Developer
Ex-DeepMind AI Engineer, 20+ years GovTech
Maximus brings over two decades of experience building mission-critical government technology systems. As a former AI engineer at DeepMind, he pioneered deterministic AI approaches that form the foundation of GrantAuthority's zero-hallucination eligibility engine.
Tom Wilson
CRO
Ex-Goldman Sachs, scaled govt/health platforms
Tom spent his career at Goldman Sachs before moving into the government and health technology space. He has scaled multiple platforms to serve millions of users and brings deep expertise in revenue operations and strategic partnerships.
Dan Worden
COO
Global operations expert, scaled companies in Asia/US/EU
Dan has built and scaled operations across three continents, managing complex supply chains and organizational growth in Asia, the United States, and the European Union. He oversees Brightstead's day-to-day operations and strategic execution.
Jesse Sells
CMO
Former Special Operations, global intel systems
Jesse served in Special Operations with a focus on global intelligence systems. He applies his expertise in strategic communications and operational planning to Brightstead's marketing and growth initiatives, ensuring the company's mission reaches the right audiences worldwide.