Brady Kress is the President and CEO at Dayton History. Dayton History owns the 65-acre Carillon Park and several other buildings and historical attractions in the Dayton area. Kress holds a BA in Political Science from Wright State University. As a teen, he worked at Carillon Park as a seasonal guide for 5 years. In 2023, the Centerville-Washington Foundation recognized him for his contributions to the local community. He and his family live in Centerville.