Gregory Francese is a transportation planner with expertise in urban mobility, traffic safety, and multimodal infrastructure, and based in Hoboken, United States. Currently serving as the City of Hoboken’s Director of Transportation and Parking under Mayor Ravinder Bhalla, Gregory leads initiatives that advance Vision Zero, shared mobility, and complete streets, aimed at creating safer, more sustainable communities. He has played a pivotal role in implementing Hoboken’s nationally recognized traffic safety strategies, including speed limit reductions, curbside management modernization, and interdepartmental capital project coordination.

During Gregory's tenure in Hoboken, the city achieved a landmark Vision Zero milestone: eight consecutive years without a traffic fatality, making it one of the few U.S. cities to reach this level of roadway safety. Gregory’s work has helped position Hoboken as a national model for urban safety, demonstrating that zero traffic deaths is not just aspirational but achievable. He holds professional certifications as a Professional Planner and Certified Planner and is known for aligning his technical expertise with a strong commitment to community-focused, sustainable urban design.