Frank Morton will lead the firm’s global disposition, financing, and investment strategies, enhancing service integration across 45 countries.
Boston, August 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gordon Brothers, a leading global advisory and investment firm, has announced the promotion of Frank Morton to the role of Chief Investment Officer. In this position, Morton will spearhead the company’s global initiatives in disposition, financing, and investment across various sectors including retail, brands, and industrial markets. He will also join the firm’s board of directors.
Morton aims to collaborate closely with business leaders and the entire organization to utilize Gordon Brothers’ extensive asset knowledge and operational capabilities, delivering swift, tailored, and cohesive solutions to clients and partners in more than 45 countries.
With over 25 years of expertise in disposition and financing, Morton brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Previously serving as Chief Executive Officer for International operations, he significantly enhanced the firm’s footprint in Europe and expanded into new markets including Japan, Australia, Singapore, and South America. Morton joined Gordon Brothers in 2005 after the firm acquired Ozer Group, where he held the position of Chief Merchant. Throughout his career, he has taken on various leadership roles at major U.S. retailers.
“This marks a crucial phase for Gordon Brothers as we broaden and unify our global service offerings. Frank’s leadership will be instrumental in providing more integrated and innovative solutions across borders,” stated Ken Frieze, Chief Executive Officer of Gordon Brothers. “With Frank as our Chief Investment Officer, along with Norma Kuntz as President and Chief Operating Officer, and our seasoned team of business leaders, we are more equipped than ever to address our clients’ needs.”
“I am thrilled to collaborate with Ken, Norma, and our business leaders to enhance global synergies within our firm, ensuring we deliver exceptional value to our clients through our asset knowledge, operational expertise, and capital across various industries and jurisdictions,” Morton expressed.
About Gordon Brothers
Founded in 1903, Gordon Brothers (www.gordonbrothers.com) has a rich history of assisting lenders, management teams, advisors, and investors in navigating change. The firm combines expertise with capital to develop tailored solutions across four key service areas: valuations, dispositions, financing, and investment. Gordon Brothers partners with companies in the retail, commercial, and industrial sectors to maximize liquidity, optimize asset use, and mitigate liabilities. Annually, the firm conducts over $100 billion in dispositions and appraisals and provides both short- and long-term capital to clients undergoing transitions. Headquartered in Boston, Gordon Brothers has a global presence with over 30 offices across five continents.