Brian Donnellan

Throughout 2024, Brian Donnellan, president and CEO of Bright MLS, led with visionary leadership, guiding the organization through industry changes while keeping agents and brokers at the forefront. Under his direction, Bright MLS launched transformative initiatives, including Nestfully and cutting-edge list management tools, fostering partnerships that streamline agent workflows.

Donnellan’s forward-thinking strategy positions Bright MLS as a technology-driven leader, ensuring it remains the trusted source for a competitive, yet fair marketplace. By balancing innovation with the principals of the MLS, Donnellan has reinforced Bright’s mission to support agents and brokers in connecting buyers and sellers effectively.

“There is a tremendous amount of data and insight in your MLS, and you can’t fake it,” says Donnellan. “You have to know everything about your client and what they are looking for. To me, knowledge is king.”