MEET OUR TEAM
We are a team made up of professionals with Project Management, Marketing, and Sales backgrounds, all focused on helping our franchise partners succeed and bringing a smile on people’s faces every day.
Jonathan Cooper
CEO
CEO is his lifestyle. As a serial entrepreneur and a former director of several investment funds, he decided to start Bright Entertainment Group. If you ask him who would be right for entrepreneurship? He would say, people who like to take a risk and enjoy it. He knows that the best ideas are often simple, and when we add the right team to it, we create a successful environment for growth.
Jonathan is an American businessman who came to Croatia for business and decided to stay because of love, of course. He likes donuts, especially donuts earned by winning a bet with his team.
Superpower: business intelligence.
Maja Jelisić Cooper
Board Member
Meet Maja, a board member with diverse skills and expertise in various aspects of business management. With a passion for general management, cross-functional leadership, marketing, and project/biz development, Maja has successfully built and expanded numerous start-up companies and developed strategic plans to ensure their success. In addition, her ability to acquire clients, partners, and content and her strong negotiating skills make her an invaluable asset to any company seeking to expand its reach and influence.
She has many hobbies, such as traveling and discovering new places, including food, wine, art, and culture. Her go-to outdoor activities are hikes, walks, tennis, and sailing.
Tea Mandić
Director of Project Management
Meet Tea - our skilled project manager, who leads the project management team at our business. From planning to execution, Tea manages all aspects of the project, coordinating between franchisees, architects, designers, and construction crews. She plays a crucial role in ensuring that our projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Tea is a problem solver, communicative, organized, analytical, hardworking, and a team player who is always willing to lend a hand. Her exceptional attention to detail lets her quickly identify and resolve any issue.
She loves to explore the great outdoors, loves dogs, attends concerts, and indulges in chocolate.
Marina Pavelić
Head of Finance and Accounting
Marina is the superhero of numbers—juggling budgets, wrestling spreadsheets, and fighting off unnecessary expenses while ensuring the company doesn’t go broke. She is also part strategist, part fortune teller, and full-time guardian of the company’s wallet. She gives the final yes or absolutely not on spending, decodes financial reports like ancient scrolls, and somehow keeps a straight face when someone suggests, “Let’s just increase the budget!
Marina's world is a place where the love for dogs, long walks, and good food come together in perfect harmony!
Angelo Pranić
Accounting Specialist
Meet Angelo, our dedicated Accounting Specialist who plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial well-being of our organization. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for numbers, Angelo excels in creating comprehensive reports, conducting meticulous calculations, and managing the intricacies of payments and invoice postings.
Outside the office, Angelo's interests reveal a dynamic personality. A technology enthusiast at heart, he finds joy in engaging with his PlayStation, showcasing his love for gaming and technology. Additionally, he unwinds by indulging in his passion for movies and appreciating various genres and storytelling styles.
Mia Grujičić Prahin
Administration and Procurement Manager
Mia is a highly skilled administrative assistant who manages all administrative tasks of the office with efficiency and accuracy. She is responsible for procuring all exhibits, merchandise, and equipment required for the office and providing support during shipping. Mia also supports the project management team and ensures all projects run smoothly and within budget. She is also an expert in organizing business trips.
She enjoys spending time with her family and friends outside. In addition, she is a coffee addict and enjoys exploring new coffee shops in her free time.
Ana Jakovac
Operations manager
Ana is a key team member when it comes to operations. With her extensive experience in administration and supervision, Ana plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the museums. She is responsible for managing day-to-day tasks such as staffing and training and coordinating with external agencies to help deliver the best possible experience to our visitors. In addition, Ana is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth.
She likes outdoor activities such as hiking and keeps her mind busy with puzzles and Lego blocks.
Andrea is a skilled and dedicated professional who supports franchise operations. As the organizer of the Franchise Department team, she ensures that all tasks are allocated effectively and progress is tracked to meet deadlines. Andrea is also responsible for creating all the strategy documents and guidelines for franchisees, ensuring they have the resources needed to thrive.
When it comes to relaxing, she loves to draw and paint. In addition, she enjoys all kinds of outdoors activities.
Ines Nožica Vitasović
Product Manager and Franchise Development
Ines is a highly skilled and creative professional passionate about developing and improving the Cluville kids' escape room and Cluville story. With her extensive industry knowledge, she consistently supports franchisees in developing their teams and processes. Ines is also responsible for conducting market research and location analysis to facilitate upcoming franchisees and providing manager, sales, marketing, and staff training for Cluville teams.
Ines has a variety of hobbies. She loves to sing and perform and is also an avid surfer. When she's not working or hitting the waves, she enjoys reading about psychology, neuroscience, and mindfulness.
Branko Kranjčević
Head of Marketing
Branko is the driving force behind our digital marketing department. Digital marketing strategy, marketing campaigns, budget planning, and budget allocation. This is the dictionary Branko speaks. He improves our digital footprint and finds creative ways of implementing practices and technologies into the strategy. He is a driving force behind our digital marketing initiatives, ensuring our message reaches our target audience.
You can find him wandering on mountain trails or watching a football game when not thinking about marketing.
Helena Ernoić
Account Manager and Training Specialist
Meet Helena, our dedicated support specialist who works tirelessly to help our franchisees succeed. With a background in social media management and event planning, Helena is the go-to person for all things related to franchise support and staff training. Her expertise extends to photography and graphic design. From organizing logistics to teaching, Helena is always there to lend a helping hand.
Music is her passion; she plays bass guitar with a couple of Croatian acts, and when not on stage, her hobbies include pole dance and candle making.
Josip Bitunjac
Marketing and Operations Coordinator
At Bright, Josip is the KPI king, steering the ship through the seas of data with precision and expertise. Specializing in market research and analysis, he navigates the digital realm with finesse, spearheading impactful campaigns and meticulously following up on their success. As a versatile team player, Josip is dedicated to keeping track of MOI sales results, comparing them against various metrics and periods to drive continuous improvement.
Football isn't just a sport for Josip; it's a passion that transcends playing and watching—it permeates his thoughts, dreams, and even reading list. He is a connoisseur of cost-effective traveling, planning to go for a run on the horizon and balancing an active lifestyle with quality family time.
Goran Šarec
Digital Marketing Manager
As our Digital Marketing Manager, Goran is responsible for crafting innovative marketing strategies, optimizing digital campaigns, and ensuring that every dollar of our budget is wisely allocated. With a keen eye on the latest digital trends, Goran is always one step ahead, ready to adapt and deliver exceptional results. He thrives in the world of performance marketing, where he can see the tangible impact of the campaigns he leads or collaborates on.
You'll find Goran immersed in his hobbies when he's not shaping our digital presence. He enjoys gaming on his PC, exploring new digital tools, and spending quality time with friends. Whether it's at concerts, festivals, on trips, or during cozy home gatherings, Goran knows how to strike the perfect balance between work and play.
Andrea Pinjušić
Franchise Support Manager