Richard S Groblewski
About Richard S Groblewski
Richard S. Groblewski is the Director of Facilities Management at the YMCA of South Florida, where he oversees operations for multiple locations. He has extensive experience in facilities management across various industries, including education and finance, and holds degrees in Multidisciplinary Studies and Interior Design.
Work at YMCA of South Florida
Richard S Groblewski currently serves as the Director of Facilities Management at the YMCA of South Florida. He has held this position since 2023, overseeing facilities management for an organization that serves over 500,000 individuals across 10 locations. His role involves ensuring that the facilities meet the operational needs of the organization and its diverse programs.
Education and Expertise
Richard Groblewski has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Multidisciplinary Studies, focusing on Business and Engineering, from Liberty University. Additionally, he studied Interior Design at The Art Institutes, achieving an Associate of Arts degree. He also completed Paralegal Studies at Liberty University School of Law. This combination of education supports his expertise in facilities management.
Background in Facilities Management
Richard Groblewski has extensive experience in facilities management across various sectors. His career includes leadership roles such as Director of Administrative Services and Facilities Management at the Institute of International Education from 2011 to 2015, and Director of Real Estate and Facilities at Bureau Veritas from 2016 to 2018. He has managed facilities for organizations in urban and suburban settings, including New York and Miami.
Previous Professional Experience
Before his current role, Richard Groblewski held various positions in facilities management. He was an SVP Facilities Manager at KBC Financial Products from 2008 to 2011 and an AVP Facilities Project Manager at Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette from 1989 to 2001. His career also includes ownership of Del Sol in Myrtle Beach and Key West from 1999 to 2002, and roles at Grumman Aerospace and Ivy Asset Management.
Leadership in Diverse Industries
Richard Groblewski has demonstrated leadership in facilities management across multiple industries, including education, finance, and aerospace. His roles have required him to manage facilities for organizations with numerous locations and programs, showcasing his ability to adapt to different operational environments and challenges.