As Managing Partner, Grafton O. Ifill Jr. brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, administrative support and leadership to Stellar Realty serving concurrently as President and Chief Executive Officer of GVI Consulting Services Company Ltd. (GVI) a reputable Consultancy and Advisory firm launched in 2002. GVI’s mandate is to help leaders and entrepreneurs maximize their potential in order to improve personal and business performance.
Prior to launching GVI, Mr. Ifill enjoyed a successful banking career having held senior level positions in the Commercial Credit and Branch Management of an international commercial bank with operations maintained throughout the Bahamas. Significant leadership, sales management and commercial credit training was received across the bank’s local and global networks.
Recognized for his highly ethical and professional standards and regarded as a consensus builder, Mr. Ifill has held various consultancy positions with the Government of the Bahamas. He has served extensively on the Executive Management Committees of the three editions of the World Relays held in the country as well as the Commonwealth Youth Games, a multi sporting event held in 2017. He has also served as Chairman of the NSA and consultant to Ministry of Finance.
A graduate of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, Mr. Ifill with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. He is professional member of the Institute of Management Consultants and has engaged critical continuing education programs through the University of Miami and Wharton University of Pennsylvania.
He is married to Vanessa – together they have two adult children, Grafton III and Vonya and a beautiful granddaughter, Blaire Allia. A consummate track and field executive, Mr. Ifill’s hobbies include travel, photography, attending sporting events, occasional golf and music.
Stellar Realty welcomes the visionary organizational leadership which Mr. Ifill and GVI Consulting by extension will provide.