Personal Background
Gregory is a community synergist with a passion for bringing people together. Over the past 25 years, Gregory has enjoyed a diverse career blending business and university teaching, academic writing, marketing communications, and real estate sales and investment.
Raised in New York City (Howard Beach), his education took him to Europe, where he spent most of the 1990s. Today, he calls Grand Rapids, Michigan, home.
He remains engaged in scholarly projects, writing and discussing philosophical and theological issues.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Gregory is invested in building a more just and compassionate society. He actively participates in community projects promoting fair housing, cultural inclusivity, and championing animal welfare.
He values hospitality and enjoys frequent gatherings with friends for food, wine, and discussions lasting into the night.
As a dedicated minimalist, Gregory appreciates the beauty of simplicity. He also cherishes his Irish and English heritage, finding joy in exploring their rich traditions and history.
EDUCATION
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland (1992-1996)
Ph.D. in Philosophy
The degree was awarded through the Loyola Institute, a Jesuit academic institute affiliated with Trinity College. Doctoral research focused on social philosophy and political economy. Other areas of concentration included social ethics, Christian social thought, and cultural analysis.
Franciscan University
Steubenville, Ohio (1987-1990)
BA in Theology, Philosophy, and Political Science
Franciscan is a vibrant Catholic liberal arts university in Eastern Ohio. The political science program strongly emphasizes political philosophy, the history of political thought, and analysis of liberalism and is highly influenced by the Catholic Social Thought tradition. The philosophy and theology programs maintain a strong focus on phenomenological realism, personalism, and the work of John Paul II.
International Academy of Philosophy
Schaan, Liechtenstein (1991-1992)
M.Phil in Philosophy and Political Economy
The Academy was an academic center focused on contemporary continental philosophy, including personalism and phenomenology. Much of the coursework at the Academy integrated theological scholarship, particularly from the perspectives of John Paul II, Henri de Lubac, and Hans Urs von Balthasar.
Additional Studies
Steubenville, Ohio (1987-1990)
BA in Theology, Philosophy, and Political Science
Franciscan is a vibrant Catholic liberal arts university in Eastern Ohio. The political science program strongly emphasizes political philosophy, the history of political thought, and analysis of liberalism and is highly influenced by the Catholic Social Thought tradition. The philosophy and theology programs maintain a strong focus on phenomenological realism, personalism, and the work of John Paul II.
CAREER
Positions
Greenridge Realty
Grand Rapids, MI 2014 - Present
Real Estate Sales & Advising
MILicense.net Real Estate School
Grand Rapids, MI 2016 - Present
Real Estate Licensing Instructor
Freelance Digital Copywriting
Grand Rapids, MI 1999 – Present
(Principal) Contract Digital Copywriting / Editing
Amway Corporation
Ada, MI 2004 – 2014
Web Editor - UI/UX Core Team
Summit Training Source
Grand Rapids, MI 1999 - 2004
Strategic Communications Director
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA 1996 - 1998
Assistant Professor, Philosophy
Milltown Institute
(Pontifical Academy)
Dublin, Ireland 1992 – 1999
University Lecturer of Philosophy
All Hallows College
Dublin, Ireland 1994 - 1996
Visiting Lecturer of Philosophy (Adjunct)
Professional Certifications
AI Fundamentals
IBM - 2023
Writing Ethically with AI
Skillshare - 2023
Social Media Marketing
HubSpot Academy - 2017
Usability Analyst
Human Factors International - 2014
Digital Copywriter
Mediabistro, New York - 2013
User-Centered Design
Michigan State University - 2012
eMarketing
eMarketing Association - 2007
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Irish & British Culture
He was deeply influenced by his Irish and English ancestry and his years living in Dublin, Ireland.
Gregory continually learns about Irish and British culture and history. He takes occasional courses with the University of Galway’s Irish Studies program.
He's a member of the American Irish Historical Society, the Irish American Cultural Institute, The Celtic League, and the Cornwall Cultural Association.
Animal Welfare
Gregory supports Mercy for Animals, an organization dedicated to improving the conditions of factory-farmed animals. He also supports Hearts of Hope Animal Rescue and the Humane Society of West Michigan.