The appointments of Gregory Gradel and Lindsey Olson as new members of the Board of Directors of The Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce was announced this week, bringing the number of board members to 24.
Gradel of Murphy Business Sales and Olson of New Jersey American Water both have significant experience in operational management and providing strategic input for growth and development opportunities. “Greg and Lindsey will bring a great perspective to EMACC,” said Chairwoman Marie Noglows. “We are excited to have their strong business background and resources to grow and support our Chamber and its members.”
Gradel, a serial entrepreneur, hands-on operations manager, licensed realtor and franchise expert, has over 25 years franchising experience in the business services, retail and food service industries. He is a former Certified Public Accountant, Certified Franchise Executive, and has owned multiple small businesses achieving national recognition for sustained operational and marketing excellence. He currently is a Business Broker with Murphy Business Sales, assisting business owners through the process of packaging and marketing their businesses for sale, and sourcing qualified buyers to close the sale.
Olson, a Senior Director of Operations with New Jersey American Water oversees the Monmouth and Ocean County operations including Water Treatment, Transmission and Distribution, Field Services and Wastewater Collections. He is responsible for directing the management, development and operation of the Coastal North water system. Lindsey manages a team of 180 union and management personnel who are responsible for providing water and wastewater collection to approximately 400,000 people in Monmouth and Ocean Counties.
The Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1928 has supported the business and community for almost 100 years.
EMACC plays an essential role in the health of the business community regionally and statewide. The Chamber serves Eatontown, Fair Have, Little Silver, Middletown, Monmouth Beach, Oceanport, Red Bank, Rumson, Sea Bright, Shrewsbury and Tinton Falls and welcomes new members. Interested persons can secure more information by calling (732) 741-0055 or sending an email to info@EMACC.org.
