Professional Overview
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Real Estate Sales & Advising
Gregory Gronbacher is a licensed real estate agent with Greenridge Realty, where he specializes in residential sales and investment throughout West Michigan.
Combining insight, compassion, and professionalism, Gregory offers a client-centered approach grounded in over two decades of experience in real estate, marketing, and communications.
Gregory’s clients appreciate his transparency, availability, and calm, problem-solving approach that helps even the most complex deals move forward smoothly.
He is known as the “realtor who teaches other realtors” — Gregory is also a Michigan State Certified Instructor for Real Estate Licensing and Education.
He teaches pre-licensure, broker training, and continuing education courses across the state and has helped develop textbooks and online learning materials used in professional training programs nationwide.
Visit realestatemadesimpler.com to learn more about Gregory’s services, resources, and educational initiatives.l
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Real Estate Licensing & Education
Gregory Gronbacher is a Michigan State Certified Instructor for Real Estate Licensing and Education with over a decade of experience teaching real estate courses at both the licensing and continuing education levels.
He has played a key role in shaping the educational landscape for agents and brokers across Michigan through his work as an instructor, curriculum designer, and industry consultant.
Gregory teaches the 40-hour pre-licensure course, broker training, and multiple continuing education programs, including legal updates and specialized compliance topics.
In addition to classroom instruction, Gregory has contributed to numerous real estate textbooks and online courses, drawing on his 20+ years of experience in higher education, instructional design, and professional training.
Through MiLicense.net and other platforms, Gregory equips new and seasoned agents alike with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed.
• 2025-2026 - Licensing Class Schedules
• 2025 - Continuing Education Class Schedules
• He’s available for private training, tutoring, and test prep sessions.
Contact Gregory for more information.
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Professional Writing
As an innovative digital copywriter, editor, and content strategist with certifications in AI, Human-Centered Design, and UX/UI — Greglry helps businesses and individuals craft content that cuts through the noise and connects with real audiences.
Blending creativity with strategy, this approach ensures every piece of content is persuasive and aligns with data-driven insights and brand objectives.
From compelling brand messaging and optimized web copy to seamless user experiences, the focus is on helping clients amplify their voice, attract attention, and build lasting relationships through thoughtful design and storytelling.
Gregory also writes extensively in the area of real estate marketing.
Current & Previous Clients:
Steelcase / Meijer / Amway / Rent.com
AgentUp / Mercy Health / Bissell Pet Foundation
Pfizer / Gordon Food Services / Hondros Learning Systems
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Academic Scholarship
Gregory is a former university professor with over a decade of classroom teaching and research.
He taught theology and philosophy at various Irish universities and colleges, while also contributing to academic and public policy discourse at several American institutions.
He earned his doctorate in social philosophy in Dublin, Ireland, where he lived for several years, deepening his interest in the intersection of culture, religion, and community within the Celtic context.
Today, he’s an independent scholar of Celtic culture and spirituality whose work explores the history, heritage, and religious traditions of the Celtic peoples.
In particular, his research and writing focus on Celtic Christianity, post-Christian theology, and the meaning crisis shaping contemporary Western culture.
His interdisciplinary approach blends historical insight, spiritual reflection, and social philosophy, inviting modern readers to rediscover the wisdom and vitality of Celtic tradition as they navigate today’s challenges.
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Career History
Greenridge Realty
Grand Rapids, MI 2014 - Present
Real Estate Sales & AdvisingMILicense.net (Real Estate School)
Grand Rapids, MI 2014 - Present
Real Estate Licensing InstructorFreelance Digital Copywriting
Grand Rapids, MI 1999 – Present
(Principal) Digital Copywriting / EditingAmway Corporation
Ada, MI 2004 – 2014
Web Editor - UI/UX Core TeamSummit Training Source
Grand Rapids, MI 1999 - 2004
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Education
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland (1992-1996)
Ph.D. in Social PhilosophyInternational Academy of Philosophy
Schaan, Liechtenstein (1991-1992)
M.Phil in Philosophy and Political EconomyFranciscan University
Steubenville, Ohio (1987-1990)
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University Teaching
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA 1997 - 1999
Assistant Professor, PhilosophyMilltown Institute
Dublin, Ireland 1992 – 1999
University Lecturer in PhilosophyMaynooth University
Maynooth, Ireland 1992 - 1996
Visiting Lecturer of Philosophy (Adjunct)All Hallows College
Dublin, Ireland 1994 - 1996
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Certifications & Training
Academic Writing with AI
Oxford University Language Centre - 2024Artificial Intelligence & Real Estate
Residential Real Estate Council - 2024AI Essentials & Business Use
IBM - 2023AI Ethics & Creative Writing
University of Michigan - 2023UI/UX Usability Analyst
Human Factors International - 2013Digital Copywriting
Mediabistro - 2012User Centric Design
Michigan State University - 2012