Gregory Frahm-Gilles, Mba Email & Phone Number

Anoka, Minnesota, United States

Anoka County Regional Economic Development (ACRED) strives to enhance economic opportunity, vitality and resiliency in the Anoka County region. Provide economic development project support to the 21 municipalities in Anoka County. Regional marketing, business support services (site selection, capital, workforce solutions, etc.) to existing businesses or prospects, and real estate developer engagement to identify opportunities for investment in the region.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Access Veterinary Care is a family-owned veterinary clinic organization, focused on increasing "access to veterinary care" for all pet owners. Through a unique care delivery model, key efficiencies and focus on growth, we have established ourselves as a regional name in high-quality, accessible veterinary care.- Developed “Access Veterinary Care” from the ground up. Business planning, financing, real estate site selection & purchase, facility design, branding, marketing, and staffing.- Created strategic partnerships with other organizations- Negotiated service and supplier contracts- Manage all business functions, including accounting, finance, marketing, HR and operations.- Successfully managed the organization through numerous critical challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic

Madison, Wisconsin Area

Alexander Real Estate Services built off of the 30+ years of nationwide success of the Alexander Company, but now with a focus on direct support to area businesses and organizations with their real estate needs. Specialized in tenant representation, commercial listings & brokerage, residential property management and commercial property management. - Licensed Real Estate Broker - Negotiated property lease agreements, purchase/sale agreements, letters of intent, and other real estate contracts - Represented clients in a "tenant representation" role. Completed client needs assessments, physical space visioning exercises, identified a comprehensive list of available spaces, generated a comparable financial analysis and market analysis to ensure maximum value. Negotiated terms through closing and supported clients through the completion of tenant improvements. - Navigated clients through the regulatory and public approval processes for new development opportunities - Guided clients through design, architecture and construction process, including bidding and contractor selection - Simultaneously managed inventory of dozens of listed properties, evaluating market forces to best position the asset for sale or lease - Assisted in developing and launching Alexander Real Estate Services brand - 2016 Winner of "Deal of the Year - Land" category from the Commercial Brokers Group, Inc.

Deforest, Wi

Responsible for economic development efforts for Greater DeForest Area, a first-tier suburb of Madison, WI. Included creation and continued management of tax incremental financing districts, downtown redevelopment, business attraction, community marketing, and business development. Lead staff urban planner. - Implemented short-term, mid-term and long-term economic development strategies and land-use plans for the Greater DeForest Area, a first-tier suburb of Madison - Negotiated development deals, both independently and as a part of the municipal development team - Initiated economic development outreach, including the hosting of economic development events and through presentations to local community groups and municipal Committees/Commissions - Facilitated creation of area wide marketing campaign - Created Façade Improvement Grant/Commercial Conversion Grant program to facilitate improvement of existing Downtown properties - Served on DeForest Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and Ambassador Committee - Named "2011 Ambassador of the Year" by the DeForest Area Chamber of Commerce - Served as Executive Director of DeForest Redevelopment Authority and managed the “Chase Economic Development Fund” - Managed daily operations of DeForest Planning, Zoning, and Economic Development Department

Deforest, Wi

Primary urban planning staff person with responsibilities in community planning, growth management, and zoning administration. Prepared and implemented growth management plans for the municipality. - Drafted, administered and enforced zoning, subdivision and environmental regulations - Reviewed all development proposals/permit applications for compliance with Village regulations and growth management plans - Managed application process, researched application submittals, prepared review reports with supporting documentation and served as primary staff person for five different Committees/Commissions - Reviewed and updated Village growth management plans, including the Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Revitalization Concept and Implementation Strategy

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

B.A., Political Science, Sociology