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‘A better Bristol to me is everyone being able to easily travel around the city to enjoy everything it has to offer’
Sam Gray is the branch manager at the Southville office of CJ Hole, a leading South West-based estate agent.
Sam began his career at CJ Hole in 2010, joining as an apprentice and quickly gaining valuable experience through mentorship from senior colleagues.
Over the years, Sam has held various roles, from lettings negotiator to his current position as branch manager of the Southville office, always prioritising team development and exceptional service.
Passionate about supporting both his customers and staff, Sam looks forward to mentoring future professionals and strengthening connections within the local community.
Sam gray is the branch manager at the Southville office of CJ Hole – photo: CJ Hole
What’s the one thing that inspires you to get up in the morning?
Something that inspires me every morning is that each day in my industry is varied. I enjoy meeting new people and getting to see all different types of properties across the city.
If you could pick one thing to change about Bristol what would it be?
I was born and raised in Bristol and have a real love for this city, however, if there is one thing I could change it would be an improvement to the public transport, perhaps a tram or additional train lines.
What does a Better Bristol mean to you?
A better Bristol to me is everyone being able to easily travel around the city to enjoy everything that Bristol has to offer.
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What action could you as an individual take? What action could your company take?
In our line of work, unfortunately we rely heavily on use of cars to travel between appointments. But to support sustainability and climate change initiatives, our company-owned cars are all electric. This is also aligned with Bristol’s action to roll out clean air zones in the city centre.
What do you want to see from the Bristol business community in the next five years?
Local businesses supporting each other. As well as supporting environmental initiatives, we also encourage the support of local businesses.
As an independent business ourselves, we always like to celebrate more independent businesses on the high street and have partnered with many of these in our local area. We advertise their products in our welcome packs and include their logos on some of our merchandise.
All photos: CJ Hole
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