The Gray Cat Blog

A comprehensive collection of blogs designed to assist small business owners and multiunit operators.

Scaling Manager Training - The Gray Cat Learning Series

May 06, 2026
 

There are numerous tools to help grow your business but the Gray Cat Learning Series gives you practical examples on what to implement now for immediate results.  

With over two decades of practical experience, each of these sessions is filled with proven methods and tips.

Choose from fifteen online courses to strengthen your business.

John Matthews, President & CEO, Gray Cat Enterprises, Inc.

John Matthews is the Founder and President of Gray Cat Enterprises, Inc. a Raleigh, NC-based management consulting company. Gray Cat specializes in strategic project management and consulting for multi-unit operations; interim executive management; and strategic planning. Mr. Matthews has over 30 years of senior-level executive experience in the retail industry, involving three dynamic multi-unit companies. Mr. Matthews experience includes President of Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches; Vice President of Marketing, Merchandising, Corporate Communications, Facilities and Real Estate for Clark Retail Enterprises/White Hen Pantry; and National Marketing Director at Little Caesar's Pizza! Pizza!