Brad Layton founded Bradford & Galt in 1984. The name, "Bradford & Galt," merges Layton's first name with that of a character, John Galt, from the novel Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand.

In the novel, Galt personifies capitalism and holds the world on his shoulders, representing Bradford & Galt's commitment to supporting businesses with outstanding information technology services delivered with uncompromising integrity. This commitment to service has led Bradford & Galt to become a valued long-term partner to our clients and a rewarding workplace for our associates.

Today, St. Louis-based Bradford & Galt also has branch offices in Kansas City, and Central Illinois (Peoria). Clients include numerous Fortune 500 companies such as BJC Health System, Caterpillar, H&R Block, Master Card, Monsanto, Nestle' Purina, Sprint and Tyco Healthcare.

Layton is a four-time finalist in the service category of the St. Louis "Entrepreneur of the Year" award sponsored by INC. magazine. His company is a two-time honoree in the St. Louis Regional Technology Fast 50 program, sponsored by Deloitte & Touche and the St. Louis Regional Commerce & Growth Association. Bradford & Galt has also been recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as one of the fastest growing private companies in St. Louis for three consecutive years.

Layton's goal is to become the largest privately held IT services firm in the Midwest.