Gregory Gradel Email & Phone Number

Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, United States

We are one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in North America with offices conveniently located throughout the United States and Canada. We are members of virtually all associations, group listing services and networks that exist in the business brokerage industry. I have unsurpassed access to buyers and sellers nationwide. Our proven process and system provides our clients a higher closing ratio than national averages. I promise that you will not find a more complete, thorough professional experience as the one Murphy Business and Financial Corporation can provide.Whether our clients are selling, purchasing or assessing the market value of their business—we are committed to serving with the industry’s highest level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Westfield, Nj

Realtor with a track record of proven marketing, management and selling skills in various industries which I bring to the Real Estate business.As a prior small business owner, I am known as a trusted advisor and respected business and industry partner with a commitment to the local community.My goal is for repeat business and referrals, because having satisfied clients is the most rewarding aspect of this profession.

Greater New York City Area

Ranked #1 of all training franchises by Entrepreneur Franchisee 500 in 2017.* Create systems and processes to improve Franchisee operations* Redesign and maintain the company's Franchise Operations Manual* Provide training and support to the company's Franchising Dept* Provide financial and operational support to the franchise network worldwide* Optimize franchisee territories using market data and intelligence* Create and lead franchisee financial profitability presentations at conventions and new franchisee training* Review and evaluate all new franchisee financial business plans

• Persuaded multi-unit store operators to apply Dunkin’ Brands best operations practices and marketing to increase revenue and profitability.• Initiated semi-monthly District franchisee meetings to facilitate open communication among owners, resulting in 100% participation in marketing campaigns.• Evaluated growth sites for franchisees’ development opportunities and acquisitions.• Contributed to Responsibility meetings with Architects, Construction Managers and franchisees.• Trained franchisee and crew member in Team Service and management training, resulting in highest meeting attendance in NJ territory.• Opened nine new restaurants, achieving early break-even sales results.• Evaluated margins and identify roadblocks to franchisee profitability.• Influenced franchisees on staff development, resulting in highest Mystery Shopper scores achieved in system.• Employed assessment tools to evaluate operational excellence and close gaps.

• Created growth opportunities in new target markets by generating pipeline leads for new store development.• Sourced and identified qualified franchise candidates utilizing in-market networking, trade shows, and industry memberships.• Identified opportunities to achieve pipeline targets and taking effective action to deliver agreed upon targets

• Propelled profitability of Branch Offices and the $3MM District.• Managed all Branch Office operations in four offices with over 30 staff.• Created and directed new business Marketing initiatives for branches and district.• Developed and managed Branch Office and District annual budgets.• Conducted sales presentations to prospective clients with close rate >80%.

• Achieved Fiducial’s national “Excellence Award” for outstanding franchisee support.• Increased sales and client-satisfaction for 65 financial and accounting services firms. • Led best-practice management and field operational training for new franchisees.• Initiated direct sales calls with franchisee’s prospects and assisted franchisee in sales presentations and overcoming objections.• Actively participated on the Franchisor’s Marketing, Legal and Financial Committees.

Development:• Successfully relocated existing retail operations to new sites.• Key contributor to attracting new owners to system, working with Area Developer.• Presented Marketing and Operations seminars to small business owners. Real Estate:• Identified profitable development sites.• Used demographic and traffic data to ascertain business potential of locations. Marketing:• Accelerated store revenue ranking to #2 from #150 out of 350 national franchisees.• President of the NY/NJ Advertising Co-op representing over 50 metro-area stores. Awards & Recognition:• Achieved franchisor’s “Best of the Best” award for 9 straight years, recognizing outstanding customer service, product quality and operational excellence.• “Marketer of the Year” recognizing the top franchisee for marketing excellence.