Sandy Varo Jarrell
CEO

Sandy Varo Jarrell is the CEO of Bright Spot Content, overseeing all production and development. Previously, she led Discovery Studios, where she built it into one of the largest producers of nonfiction programming across Discovery’s portfolio, delivering more than 175 hours annually. She has also held executive roles at TLC, CBS, and Lifetime, following an extensive career as a producer on major unscripted hits including Big Brother and Hell’s Kitchen.

Breonna Carrera
SVP of Development

As SVP of Development, Breonna Carrera leads Bright Spot Content’s unscripted slate, driving creative strategy across ensemble docuseries, lifestyle, competition, and true crime. She oversees concept creation and network sales, with a strong instinct for culturally resonant, talent-driven formats that marry premium production with broad commercial appeal. Prior to Bright Spot, Breonna was at World of Wonder, where she contributed to Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing and spearheaded development on Netflix’s Owning Manhattan.

Suzanne Rauscher
SVP of Current Programming

Suzanne Rauscher is the SVP of Current Programming, overseeing all active productions from greenlight through delivery. Known for her sharp storytelling instincts and strong leadership style, Suzanne works closely with talent, executive producers, and network partners to elevate series creatively while protecting the integrity of each brand. Her experience spans long-running franchises, premium docuseries, and large-scale competition formats, making her a trusted steward of both established hits and breakout originals.

Brogan Kroener
Director of Development

Brogan Kroener serves as Director of Development at Bright Spot Content, where he helps conceive and shape innovative, talent-driven unscripted formats designed for broad, contemporary appeal. With a sharp instinct for pop culture and the evolving digital landscape, he also focuses on expanding the company’s reach into the creator economy—developing premium, long-form and branded content that authentically aligns top digital talent with compelling, commercially viable storytelling.