Bryzos is more than a marketplace - we’re a team of builders, doers, and industry disruptors reshaping how metal gets traded in the modern world. With bold ideas and relentless execution, we created Gone In Sixty Seconds™, the fastest way to price and procure steel online. At Bryzos, innovation drives how we think, work, and lead.
Our team is forged from the same grit as the industry we serve - buyers, sellers, operators, and problem-solvers who know the business firsthand and aren’t afraid to challenge how it’s always been done. Together, we’re building something that works because we’ve lived what doesn’t.
GONE IN 60 SECONDS
THE TEAM THAT BUILT IT
Real people. Real experience. One goal: deliver speed and simplicity, without compromise.
SHEP HICKEY
CEO & Co-Founder
Shep Hickey founded Bryzos in 2017 after leaving a successful executive role in steel distribution to tackle the industry’s digital transformation. With a deep operational and procurement background and sharp instincts for innovation, he created Bryzos and later Gone in 60 Seconds to bring speed, transparency, and fairness to how metals are bought and sold. Shep leads with vision, grit, and a belief in building things that last.
LEE LETOURNEAU
COO & Co-Founder
Lee Letourneau, a seasoned steel industry veteran, brings decades of pricing, product, and sales expertise to Bryzos. From helping build the platform in Shep’s basement to shaping the scope and pricing of GISS, Lee has played a critical role in Bryzos’ growth. Known for his even-keeled leadership, industry know-how, and ability to build trust quickly, Lee is the steady hand every startup needs.
KELSEY HARTMAN
Director of Operations
Kelsey Hartman is the operational engine behind Bryzos. With a background in steel procurement and unmatched adaptability, she oversees everything from product design to financial systems to HR. She played a central role in developing the GISS platform and continues to bridge tech, finance, and team operations with sharp execution, creative problem solving, and the ability to lead across every layer of the business.
RACHEL HARTMAN
Marketing & Business Development
Rachel Hartman joined Bryzos without prior steel experience and quickly made her mark in business development. She later pivoted to lead marketing, where she now drives the company’s brand, voice, and content strategy. From producing the Bryzos podcast and docuseries to leading social media and creative campaigns, Rachel brings grit, adaptability, and a sharp eye for what resonates in the metals industry.
PRATHAMESH KULKARNI
CTO
Since 2017, PK has led Bryzos Engineering with deep technical expertise and a relentless drive for product excellence. With a foundation in software development and system architecture, he is the architect of Bryzos’ core technology and innovations such as Upload BOM and the platform’s blazing-fast search. Recognized for his thoughtful approach, commitment to quality, and focus on security, PK ensures every technical decision advances speed, scalability, and user experience.
