Zed Bradley

Vice Chairman

Grew up in Gastonia and continues to live in Gaston County. Attended local schools in Gastonia. Married to his wife of 56 years, with 2 daughters and 3 grandsons. His interest in GRS was sparked by his only sibling having special needs, leading to a familiarity with the needs of residents served by GRS from an early age. A career in the vending and food service industry provided an opportunity to participate in the North Carolina Vending Association (NCVA), serving as Secretary/Treasurer, Vice President, and President, and being recognized as Vendor of the Year in 2003. Involvement in the Atlantic Coast Exposition (ACE), another vending association group composed of companies from Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, included serving on the Board of Directors and various committees, and in 2015 being recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award for many years of involvement in the vending industry. Has been involved with GRS for more than twelve years and continues to serve on the Board of Directors as a committee member, Vice Chairman, and now Chairman of the Board.