Sunny Bray

Sunny Bray is the Founder and CEO of Catalyst Collective, a consultancy that specializes in branding, storytelling, website design, and comprehensive marketing strategy. With a deep understanding of the nonprofit landscape, Catalyst is a collaborative partner that helps nonprofits grow their presence, engage donors, and amplify their mission to create lasting change. 

Sunny has been invoking positive change for over 15 years, leading for-profit companies and non-profit organizations. Her journey into nonprofits began with a powerful moment of clarity during a leadership training program in Indianapolis. After 11 years in Indy, she returned home to Nashville in 2015. Sunny launched Network Under 40 in September 2016 and within only three years, she achieved growth of 2,500+ members, while highlighting the work of 40+ nonprofit organization partners and community sponsors.

In 2018, Sunny founded Catalyst on a mission to change the world. Now, Catalyst empowers nonprofits by becoming an integral part of their team, handling everything from branding and website maintenance to comprehensive donor engagement strategies. All ensuring nonprofits can focus on what matters most—creating lasting, positive change in their communities.

In 2020, Nashville Post named Sunny to the All-Star Board, the Nashville Business Journal named her a 2021 40 Under 40 Winner and 2023 Women of Influence Winner, Nfocus Magazine named her a 2022 Model Behavior Honoree. She was also named to the Bizwomen 100, a national listing of women making an impact in their local business communities.  She currently serves on the Rotary Club of Nashville Board and is a member of The Table. Her past board service includes Governance Chair on the Executive Committee Board of Directors for The Nashville Food Project, Board Member for Gilda’s Club of Middle Tennessee, Director of Membership and Director of Marketing for Women in Technology of Tennessee, Agape Animal Rescue, Special Olympics YP, and Advisory Board Member for The Women’s Fund. She is an Alumni of both Young Leaders Council and Nashville Emerging Leaders.