Chimdi is one of the original co-founders of BILT Connections joining in June of 2023. He is a 2011 graduate of The Ohio State University where he was an All-American Cornerback from 2006-2011. He went on to play for 6 seasons in the NFL after being drafted in the 4th round of the 2011 NFL draft by the Oakland Raiders. He received his MBA from the University of Miami. Chimdi and Bryant owned and operated "The Pit" barbecue restaurant. Chimdi and his wife, Xia, reside in Lewis Center with their 3 children. 

Sam is one of the original co-founders of BILT Connections joining in June of 2023. He is a 2018 graduate of The Ohio State University where he majored in Biological Engineering with a minor in Science, Engineering, and Public Policy. Sam worked several jobs while he was in college which exposed him to a variety of individuals and resources that led him to help develop BILT Connections. He was able to connect with Chimdi after hearing him speak on a podcast and the mutual ideologies sparked a business. Sam and his wife, Jenna, reside in Reynoldsburg with their rescue dog, Cricket. 

Bryant joined BILT Connections as a co-founder in December of 2023 and instantly contributed to shaping the foundation of the group. He is a 2011 graduate of The Ohio State University where he was an All-Big-Ten offensive lineman from 2006-2011. He was also a standout in the classroom boasting Academic All-Big-Ten honors and was a captain of the 2011 team. He signed on with the Carolina Panthers in 2011 and spent 5 seasons in the NFL. Chimdi and Bryant owned and operated "The Pit" barbecue restaurant. Bryant and his wife, Jennifer, reside in Westerville with their 3 children.