Keith Brumbaugh

Director of Commercialization

Illinois Technology Development Alliance

312-589-4349

Within the NASA Illinois Commercialization Center (NICC) contract, Keith will focus on assessing and facilitating the development and commercialization of advance technologies. Emphasis will be placed on evaluating technology and business expansion needs; especially as they relate to NASA and ITDA programs.

Keith has a wide array of experience in commercial, governmental, not-for-profit, military and service organizations. Keith was most recently a Director for NICC under different management and is experienced with supporting NASA’s client base and programs. Over his career he has held managerial positions in finance, capital investment analysis, sales and marketing, consulting, managerial training and other areas. Included in his background are fifteen years with Rockwell International at their corporate, automotive and electronics operations.

Keith has held Directorship positions at not-for-profits funded by the Department of Commerce, Small Business Administration and NASA. He has also worked for an international consulting firm, assisting Fortune 1000 companies in process reengineering and management training. Additionally, Keith has been involved in sensitive military and governmental activities.

Keith holds an undergraduate degree from Kent State University in Economics and Political Science (Pre-law program) and an MBA degree from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech). He is a four year U.S. Army veteran and served two tours in the Vietnam War.