Robert S. Gershberg, CEO & Managing Partner

Wray Search CEO and Managing Partner Bob Gershberg has an outstanding record of entrepreneurship in the restaurant industry. Prior to joining Wray Search, Bob founded various successful QSR and fast-casual chains. He has served as CEO of a dominant multi-state bakery café concept, Division President of a national QSR chain, President of a regional quick casual concept and President of a multi-unit, multi-concept development group.

Bob has therefore been pivotal in building teams and creating successful human capital strategies for both billion-dollar brands and emerging growth companies. In short, virtually few in the recruitment industry have the track record and C-level experience which Bob Gershberg brings to Wray Search.

Bob understands all the disciplines that are essential for success in our industry – from operations to development, marketing to culinary and finance to procurement. He is an outstanding human capital strategist, one of the foremost C-level recruiters in the industry and has an unrivalled network of contacts in industry boardrooms.

“If there’s one thing I’ve learned to recognize it’s that unique blend of smarts, drive, integrity and confidence which define a future leader of our industry.”

Not only is Bob an expert at identifying future leaders, his understanding of human capital means that he can advise clients on the best ways to retain these proven “A” players.

Bob brings the same qualities to Wray Search that have brought him so much success throughout his career: an absolute commitment to the highest professional standards and an unwavering belief in outstanding service to our clients.

Bob holds a BA in Business Administration from the State University of New York and is a frequent guest lecturer at management schools through out the USA. He’s an active member of several industry organizations including the National Restaurant Association and the Center for Entrepreneurship. When he’s not working Bob can be found playing golf, skiing, running, cycling – and “spending time and money in great restaurants.”

• Bob Gershberg
• Tampa, Florida
• bob.gershberg@wraysearch.com
• Toll Free: (888) 875-9993 ext. 102
• Direct: (727) 938-0202
• Fax: (727) 233-3705