We are one team, and each person plays an integral role.
DAVID G. O’NEIL | CEO & FOUNDER
Founder / CEO Brynn Grey (est. 1994) | Innovative Real Estate Developer | Inventor | Advocate Conscious Capitalism
MISSION
David’s businesses seek to serve, create place, and connect people.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Brynn Grey
Founder/CEO (since 1994)
David O’Neil, Founder / CEO Brynn Grey which he started in 1994 to create real neighborhoods with a sense of community and place. Brynn Grey recently completed development of the World’s Highest Transit Oriented Development which is anchored by Whole Foods Market. Other projects include the Wellington Neighborhood, Breckenridge, CO; Peak One Neighborhood, Frisco, CO; and Eighth & Pearl Shops & Residences, Boulder. Project recognition has included EPA National Award for Smart Growth Achievement, Congress of New Urbanism Charter Award and nationally televised profile on HGTV “The Dream Builders”. David is also an inventor and patent holder.
He attended the University of Denver (Bachelor of Arts & Juris Doctor) and the University of Colorado (Masters of Public Administration). David has spoken on traditional neighborhood development and public/private partnerships at numerous conferences, including American Planning Association National Convention, Green Build International Conference and Expo, National Continuing Legal Education Conference and several Urban Land Institute Panels.
David currently splits his time between Boulder, the high country and Washington, DC and has two children, both graduated with honors from UVA. His son has a Masters in Religious Studies and is in the music industry, and his daughter is a Director Aspen Institute Global Leadership Network. David enjoys ultralight backpacking, hiking, swimming, sailing, ski touring and yoga.
David is a proponent of Conscious Capitalism, and his businesses seek to serve, create place and connect people.
TOM LYON | WOLFF LYON ARCHITECTS
Tom Lyon is Principal and founder of Wolff Lyon Architects. Originally founded in the early 1980’s, the firm has evolved from the original design-build firm to a full-service architectural, urban design and development consulting firm based in Boulder, Colorado.
In the area of community development, Wolff and Lyon were the founders of the Affordable Housing Alliance and architects for the Poplar Project, an award winning (Urban Land Institute and American Institute of Architects) affordable housing joint venture with the City of Boulder Housing Authority. They were selected by the City of Boulder in a major competition as project architects for the Foothills Community, a 75-unit affordable housing neighborhood. Tom is instrumental to the Brynn Grey Team, often establishing the vision for each development. Key projects include: Whole Foods Frisco / Basecamp, Frisco, Colorado; Eighth and Pearl Shops and Residences, Boulder, Colorado; Peak One Neighborhood, Frisco, Colorado; Wellington Neighborhood, Breckenridge, Colorado; Miller Ranch, Eagle County, Colorado; Lincoln Park at the Wellington Neighborhood, Breckenridge, Colorado; Stapleton Design Book, Denver Colorado; Main Street North, Boulder, Colorado.
Michael Gardner
Chief Operating OfficerWith an extensive background in managing high-growth startups, Michael runs BRYNN GREY’s IT and daily operations. Michael is a licensed airline pilot, and has traveled all over the world. He now lives in Telluride, CO with his wife and has a daughter going to Colorado College.
Ronnie Pelusio
Founding PartnerRonnie Pelusio is a founding partner of Pel-Ona Architects & Urbanists. He is a licensed Architect and LEED Accredited Professional with a diverse, well-rounded and detail-oriented palette of skills. He helps to manage and lead Brynn Grey teams through all phases of the entitlement, site planning, architectural design and construction processes. Pel-Ona Architect’s & Urbanists having worked with Brynn Grey on the Wellington, Peak One and West Steamboat Neighborhoods.
Ronnie has first-hand experience as a developer on multi-family infill projects, establishing a background that allows him to create and analyze a proforma against development scenarios. He serves on the City of Boulder’s Landmarks Board, giving him greater insight into public process and local government. He has also served on the boards of multiple professional organizations and Home Owners’ Associations, which has informed his design decisions regarding the end user and long-term management. These experiences give him a unique perspective that is reflected in his approach and sensitivity to the roles of the private developer, public official and resident or tenant.
Carol March
Director of FinanceCarol has been a member of the team since 2000, and oversees all the Brynn Grey company’s finances, accounting and banking relationships. She and her husband have lived in Boulder for over 52 years, and they have three children.
