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Paul Graves
CEO, Graves Piano & Organ Co.
Paul Graves is the CEO of Graves Piano & Organ Co., a piano and organ retailer based in Columbus, Ohio.14 He has been with the company for many years and has extensive experience in the musical instrument industry.
Company Background
Graves Piano & Organ Co. was founded in 1962 and has grown to become one of the largest piano showrooms in the world.12 The company offers a wide selection of new and used pianos, including grand pianos, baby grand pianos, and uprights from various manufacturers. They are an authorized Steinway & Sons dealer and also sell custom restored European pianos.1
Paul Graves' Role
As CEO, Paul Graves leads the company's operations and strategic direction. Under his leadership, Graves Piano & Organ Co. has:
- Sold over $210 million worth of pianos to 49 US states and internationally
- Become a supplier for major institutions like The Ohio State University and Capital University
- Expanded to offer custom pipe organ installations
Career History
Paul Graves has a long history in the piano industry:
- He began delivering pianos in 1957 in Minnesota
- Moved to Alabama where he continued in the piano business
- Discovered his passion for selling pianos
- Opened his first piano store in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 1960
- Relocated the business to Columbus, Ohio in 1962, where it has remained since3
With over 60 years of experience in the industry, Paul Graves has established himself as a knowledgeable and respected figure in the piano and organ retail business.