Brian Hanly

Brian Hanly is the CEO and Co-Founder of VideoNest, a next-generation video streaming and management platform empowering brands, media companies, and creators to distribute and monetize their video content. The seasoned media and technology executive began his career at Publicis for Samsung, where he helped launch the company’s mobile phones in the U.S., managing over $1 billion in media and advertising partnerships; work that earned Gold and Silver Cannes Lions and contributed to Samsung’s rise as one of the world’s most valuable brands.

He later served as Global Sales Partnerships Director at VICE Media, leading collaborations with global brands such as Google, Airbnb, and Ford.
Under his leadership, VideoNest has grown to support more than 750 creators and businesses, hosting over 500,000 videos and driving measurable growth through scalable monetization and audience engagement tools.

At BRIDGE Summit, Brian will explore how emerging media technologies are transforming content distribution, audience reach, and revenue models, drawing from his experience bridging traditional media, global brand partnerships, and next-generation digital ecosystems.