BRANDY GRABINSKI
President
In June of 2020, Brandy Grabinski became President of the business and is responsible for leading the establishment of business practices, company strategy, sales programs, employee development and day-to-day business operations and management. Her twenty-plus years in Hospitality have given her the knowledge and connections to excel at managing all aspects of Grabinski Group. Working in partnership with her husband, Zach, she has been instrumental in propelling the Company to new levels of growth by focusing on delivering what clients expect—completed projects that meet scheduling, budget and design requirements. When she is not focusing on the family business, Brandy enjoys traveling with family and friends. You can connect with Brandy at brandy@grabinskigroup.com.
ZACH GRABINSKI
Principal
Zach learned the intricacies of the Hospitality industry through hands-on experience and by developing lasting relationships. His wealth of knowledge comes from two decades of passion for the industry. Zach’s focus, commitment, and hands-on approach are evident across every facet of the business. You can often find Zach on-site, meeting clients and team members, and overseeing a project’s progress. As Principal, Zach is the company’s lead for business development and client service. He also oversees all aspects of a project—from planning and design selection to business management and installation. He takes pride in ensuring that every client is managed with care, and their expectations exceeded. Even though his Grabinski Group responsibilities require continual accessibility to clients and partners, Zach always finds time to enjoy his family and friends. Weekend gatherings and exploring new travel destinations are among Zach’s favorite activities. Zach would love to connect with you and learn about your business needs. You can contact him at zach@grabinskigroup.com.
STEVE RACKL
CFO
Steve began working with Grabinski Group in 2010 and is currently CFO for the company. His background as an accountant and advisor for public accounting and distribution companies gives him the ideal experience to help Grabinski Group manage their fiscal health and growth. Along with a Master’s degree in Taxation, Steve possess a deep knowledge of business operations. When he’s not thinking about financial strategies for the company, Steve enjoys traveling and hiking in National Parks with his wife and young son. You can connect with Steve at steve@grabinskigroup.com.
KAITLYN ZIEMER
Director of Sales
Kaitlyn has been with Grabinski Group since 2014 and is now Director of Sales, leading sales and client service initiatives for the company. Her natural abilities to supervise people and manage complex projects have earned her respect throughout the hospitality industry. Kaitlyn is a key player in growing the business and delivering excellent service to clients and partners. Outside of work, Kaitlyn and her husband enjoy traveling, outdoor activities and exploring Chicago’s exciting culinary scene. You can connect with Kaitlyn at local and national NEWH events and at kaitlyn@grabinskigroup.com.
JESUS ‘JESSE’ MARTINEZ
Sales Project Manager
Jesse comes to Grabinski Group with over 13 years of sales and customer service experience with an emphasis in marketing and finance. While his experience is impressive, we love him most for his enthusiasm and dedication to developing meaningful and lasting relationships with our partners and clients. Jesse helps us grow our business by meticulously taking care of our valued customers and flawlessly supporting the brands we represent. Jesse speaks fluent Spanish and basic Portuguese and when he’s not with his Grabinski Group cohorts he’s exploring Chicago with his golden retriever, Milan. You can connect with Jesse at jesus@grabinskigroup.com.
BENJAMIN JAIS
Project Accountant
As Grabinski Group’s Project Accountant Ben ensures that all parties are aware of project costs and budget parameters. His process allows the Grabinski team and project owners to maximize efficiency through streamlined procedures that are structured for ease of implementation. Ben has years of construction industry experience working with subcontractors, regional GC’s and multinational developers helping them manage their complex business and financials. When Ben isn’t scrutinizing spreadsheets he enjoys cooking, pottery making and playing music with friends. Get to know Ben by connecting at benjamin@grabinskigroup.com
JULIANA ZEPEDA
Office Manager
Juliana is organized, energetic and keenly focused on customer satisfaction. That’s what makes her such a good fit for Grabinski Group. She has extensive customer service, social media and administrative experience, and as our Office Manager, she supports the Grabinski Group staff both on and off-site. While also serving as the first point-of-contact for our clients and partners, Juliana makes sure any questions or concerns are directed to the right team member, and that all requests are dealt with in a timely manner. It’s a talent we count on and appreciate! Outside of work, Juliana is active in theater and performs comedy in Chicago venues — if you’re in town we’ll be sure to let you know where you can catch a show! You can contact Juliana at juliana@grabinskigroup.com
MATER
Chief Zen Officer
Our beloved Mater, 8 years old, left us on July 3rd, 2023. Not only was he a fantastic family pet, he was also a fixture in our offices, cheering our staff and visitors with his friendliness, charm and huggability. As Grabinski Group’s Chief Zen Officer, Mater helped the whole team relax during busy times — which was always!
Mater’s family and work colleagues thank him for being a trusted, lovable friend. We miss him.
