Designated Broker. Co-Founder. Advisor. Investor. Business Owner. Author. Husband. Father.
Grafton is one of only a few professionals in Arizona to earn both the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and the Society of Industrial and Office REALTORS (SIOR) designations, signifying that he is among the top of his field.
Grafton is among the Valley’s top advisors for childcare properties, including charter schools, private schools and preschools. He also specializes in childcare business sales. Grafton has an exclusive relationship with the Arizona Early Childhood Education Association and is affiliated with several other childcare organizations, including the Association for Early Learning Leaders and the Arizona Charter Schools Association. He acts as a sponsor for the organizations’ events and a business advisor for their members.
To further help child care owners, Grafton compiled knowledge gained throughout his career as a child care real estate advisor into his book “Childcare Center Success: How to Maximize Profits and Minimize Mistakes.” The book outlines tips for starting and running a successful child care center and is available on Amazon.
He earned a degree in Marketing and a minor in Business from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Grafton is an active member of his church congregation and community. He is married with four beautiful children, and in his free time, he enjoys traveling, competing in Ironman Triathlons and working on his next book.
Business Portfolio
Menlo Group is a full-service commercial real estate brokerage headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. We specialize in buyer/tenant representation, seller/landlord representation, investment services, real estate consulting, and property management. We service the industrial, retail, child care and general, medical and dental office markets in the metropolitan Phoenix area.
Menlo Business Brokerage is a general business brokerage firm headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. We specialize in the valuation and sale of small businesses across various industries. Our mission is to empower business owners on their path to success. Whether you're selling or buying a business, we help you unlock the full financial rewards you've earned throughout your career.
Unified Commercial Property Management is a commercial property management company headquartered in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Backed by more than 20 years of industry experience, Unified has developed a proven, streamlined approach that delivers a more efficient and seamless experience for both property owners and tenants.
Grounded Pest Control was founded to redefine the standard of pest management. Recognizing that true effectiveness goes beyond simply applying “poison,” the company is built on a deeper understanding of biology, behavior, and construction physics. Our approach is designed to address the root cause of pest issues—solving the problem rather than just treating the symptoms.
The Nook Pinetop is a boutique vacation rental located the White Mountains of northeast Arizona in the small mountain community of Pinetop. The Nook Pinetop is different from other hotels, motels, cabins, or Airbnb rentals. Their goal is to create a unique accommodation that feels like an experience... the perfect little getaway.