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.
KAITLYN ZIEMER
Sales and Project Manager
Kaitlyn has been with Grabinski Group for seven-plus years. Her career has been focused on sales and customer service. Her natural abilities to supervise people and manage complex projects have earned her accolades throughout the Hospitality industry. Responsible for procurement, business development, client service and project management, Kaitlyn is a key player in growing the business by delivering excellence to clients, partners and Grabinski Group team members every day. She is a member of NEWH. Outside of work, Kaitlyn and her husband enjoy connecting with people through travel—both domestic and abroad. You can connect with Kaitlyn at kaitlyn@grabinskigroup.com.
RYAN KOPER
Construction Project Manager and Sales
Ryan’s six-plus years with Grabinski Group, combined with his decade-long career in the Hospitality industry, has given him extensive project management and construction management experience. He oversees procurement and supervises installation teams for all Grabinski Group projects. With the aim of delivering superior client service, Ryan ensures that all elements of a project are skillfully executed and delivered on time, to exacting specifications. Along with having a passion for Hospitality Design, Ryan also loves exploring Chicago’s rich architectural history with his wife and daughter. You can connect with Ryan at ryan@grabinskigroup.com.
TAWANA COSEY
Project Accountant
Tawana is a passionate and knowledgeable accounting professional with extensive experience in the construction and property management markets. She is tasked with overseeing and managing the day-to-day project accounting for all Grabinski Group construction projects. Her other responsibilities include issuing subcontracts and managing subcontractors as required contractual documents. Tawana is also a licensed nail technician and enjoys ‘polishing’ that talent when she is not at work or traveling. You can connect with Tawana at tawana@grabinskigroup.com.
MATER
Chief Zen Officer
As Grabinski Group’s Chief Zen Officer, Mater’s philosophy for maintaining a productive workplace is that respect and teamwork promote harmony and growth. His mantra is simple, “Napping helps keep the mind sharp. If my coworkers don’t have time for a nap, I’ll take one for the team and do it for them.”