Brad Purdy

About

Brad Purdy has spent his career moving between worlds that don't usually talk to each other: institutional finance, early-stage venture, and operating roles inside fast-growing tech companies. He studied Economics and Political Science at Northwestern University, then went straight to Citadel, trading equities and derivatives within the Surveyor Capital division. That's a specific kind of training. It teaches you to think in probabilities and size your bets accordingly.

He carried that discipline into venture capital when he joined Jumpstart Ventures as a partner. There, he deployed over $25 million across more than 60 investments, from seed rounds to pre-IPO stages, advised a $100M+ fund, and took seats on boards and advisory committees where the work was genuinely hands-on.

The operating side came next. As Chief Strategy Officer at Carbon Health, Brad drove 125%+ revenue growth, closed the Series B funding round, and built out new commercial partnerships from scratch. After Carbon Health, he took on executive roles at Flowcode, where he owned growth, strategy, analytics, and go-to-market across the company. Both stints required the same thing: getting into the details fast and making decisions without perfect information.

Brad now runs Paradigm Advisors, a consulting and advisory practice he built for technology companies that need serious help with go-to-market strategy, product development, analytics, and growth. He's based in Connecticut. The firms he works with get someone who's sat at a trading desk, written checks as an investor, and actually run the functions he's advising on. That combination isn't common, and it changes the quality of the advice.

Career

Paradigm Advisors — Founder & Principal

Current

Brad founded Paradigm Advisors to help technology companies accelerate growth and navigate complex strategic challenges. The practice focuses on go-to-market strategy, product development, analytics, and growth strategy for technology companies at various stages.

Flowcode — Executive Leadership

Recent

At Flowcode, Brad served in executive roles leading growth, strategy, analytics, and go-to-market initiatives. He helped scale the company's commercial operations and optimize their strategic direction.

Carbon Health — Chief Strategy Officer

Previous

As Chief Strategy Officer at Carbon Health, Brad was instrumental in driving the company's rapid expansion. Key accomplishments include:

• Drove 125%+ year-over-year revenue growth
• Successfully closed the company's Series B funding round
• Launched several new commercial partnerships that expanded market reach
• Led strategic planning initiatives across the organization

Jumpstart Ventures — Partner

Previous

As a partner at Jumpstart Ventures, Brad was deeply involved in the firm's investment activities and portfolio support:

• Deployed over $25 million across 60+ investments from seed to pre-IPO stages
• Advised a $100M+ venture capital fund on investment strategy
• Served on multiple boards and advisory committees
• Evaluated hundreds of investment opportunities across technology sectors

Citadel — Surveyor Capital

Early Career

Brad began his career at Citadel, one of the world's leading alternative investment managers. In the Surveyor Capital division, he traded equities and derivatives, gaining foundational experience in institutional finance, quantitative analysis, and sophisticated investment strategies.

Expertise

Strategic Advisory

• Go-to-market strategy development
• Growth strategy and execution
• Strategic planning and organizational design
• Commercial partnership development

Venture Capital & Investing

• Seed to pre-IPO stage investing
• Due diligence and deal evaluation
• Portfolio company support and governance
• Board and advisory committee participation

Technology Operations

• Revenue growth and optimization
• Product development strategy
• Analytics and data-driven decision making
• Cross-functional team leadership

Financial Expertise

• Fundraising and capital markets
• Financial modeling and analysis
• Institutional investment strategies
• Equity and derivatives trading

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in Economics Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Brad graduated from Northwestern University with dual degrees in Economics and Political Science, providing a strong foundation in quantitative analysis, economic theory, and policy frameworks that would inform his career in finance and technology.

FAQ

Who is Brad Purdy?

Brad Purdy is an operator, investor, and strategic advisor with experience across technology, finance, and venture capital. He is the founder of Paradigm Advisors and has held executive roles at companies including Carbon Health (as Chief Strategy Officer) and Flowcode. He was previously a partner at Jumpstart Ventures and began his career trading at Citadel.

What does Brad Purdy do?

Brad runs Paradigm Advisors, a consulting and advisory practice that helps technology companies with go-to-market strategy, product development, analytics, and growth strategy. He leverages his experience as both an operator and investor to help companies scale effectively.

Where did Brad Purdy work?

Brad has worked at several notable organizations including Citadel (Surveyor Capital), Jumpstart Ventures (as Partner), Carbon Health (as Chief Strategy Officer), and Flowcode (in executive leadership roles). He currently runs his own advisory practice, Paradigm Advisors.

What is Brad Purdy's background in venture capital?

As a partner at Jumpstart Ventures, Brad deployed over $25 million across more than 60 investments ranging from seed to pre-IPO stages. He advised a $100M+ venture capital fund and served on multiple boards and advisory committees, evaluating hundreds of investment opportunities across technology sectors.

Where did Brad Purdy go to school?

Brad Purdy graduated from Northwestern University with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Economics and Political Science.

What is Paradigm Advisors?

Paradigm Advisors is Brad Purdy's consulting and advisory practice focused on helping technology companies with go-to-market strategy, product development, analytics, and growth strategy. The practice draws on Brad's experience as both an operator at high-growth companies and as a venture capital investor.

What did Brad Purdy do at Carbon Health?

As Chief Strategy Officer at Carbon Health, Brad drove 125%+ revenue growth, successfully closed the company's Series B funding round, and launched several new commercial partnerships. He led strategic planning initiatives that helped position the company for continued expansion.

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Contact

For business inquiries, advisory engagements, or investment discussions, Brad can be reached at contact@bradpurdy.com.