January 12, 2024 (Greenwich, CT)– The Greenwich Association of REALTORS® (GAR) announced that Bryan Tunney, Managing Broker of Brown Harris Stevens CT, LLC has been honored as the most recent member of the small group that comprises the Greenwich Association of REALTORS® Hall of Fame.
The GAR Hall of Fame is the highest honor presented to a member for their lifetime service to the real estate industry and the Greenwich community.
Tunney has been a member of the National Association of REALTORS®, Connecticut Association of REALTORS®, and Greenwich Association of REALTORS® beginning March 17, 2004.
Bryan has proven his extraordinary commitment to the real estate industry and community through his service at the local, state, and national levels. Throughout his nearly 20 years as a REALTOR®, Bryan has served in the following capacities for the Greenwich Association of Realtors: Board of Directors 2012-2024, Education Committee 2010-2020, Finance Committee 2015-2024, Local Issues Committee 2010-2015, Professional Standards Committee 2017-2024, RPAC & Legislative Issues Committee 2006-2012, Scholarship Committee 2006-2024, and the Social Committee from 2006-2010.
At the State level Bryan has served a number of years on the CT Association of Realtors Board of Directors, as well as the following committees: BOD Appeals, Endorsement, Finance, Independent Expenditures, Issues Advocacy, Legislative & Political Affairs, Political Fundraising, Grassroots Committee, RPAC Trustees, and Strategic Planning.
Tunney has also served in past years on the State and Local Issues Policy Committee and Board of Directors for the National Association of Realtors, and is the current Vice Chair of NAR's Risk Management and Issues Committee.
Beyond his contributions to the real estate industry, Bryan serves on the Board of Directors for the Transportation Association of Greenwich, which provides specialized transportation for seniors, disabled individuals and school-age youth.
Tunney has also coached and volunteered with the Greenwich Youth Lacrosse organization for over 30 years.
Tom Gorin, past president of the Greenwich Association of Realtors and fellow Hall of Famer, surprised Tunney with the award and induction at the 100th GAR Annual Meeting on Friday, January 12th, which was hosted at the Greenwich Country Club. “I was pleased and flattered to be asked to present the award to Bryan, and to “say a few words” about him. There was just so much material there! Bryan’s real estate career began at our firm — and there never was a dull moment from the first day on. It was fun for me to tell some of our history.”
"I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the Association and my fellow members. It is an honor working with the local Realtors and staff who are the best in the business," exclaimed Bryan. "I look forward to continuing my volunteer efforts as GAR celebrates it's 100th Anniversary this year."
The Greenwich Association of REALTORS® is the professional board of choice for the real estate industry in Greenwich. Established in 1924, the association is celebrating it's 100th Anniversary this year. The organization provides professional development and support services for REALTORS® and represents the concerns and interests of private property and home ownership rights. The association includes over 850 members and is headquartered in Greenwich, CT.