BRAVO! Group Services, a privately-held facility support company, announced the Karen J. Martinez, CEO and President has been selected as one of “New Jersey’s 2015 Best 50 Women in Business” for her outstanding contributions to the State of New Jersey both in our industry and community.

The Best 50 Women in Business awards program honors New Jersey’s most dynamicwomen in business that have been making headlines in their field. This year’s top 50women will be honored during a special awards reception and ceremony on March 23rd.Accompanying the event will be a special publication highlighting each winner.

Karen has received numerous high profile awards for her hands on management approach and commitment to excellence including being named by Ernst & Young in 2011 as Entrepreneur of the Year and the only woman in 2011 to win this award.

Karen attacks her community involvement with the same fervor and commitment she does in her professional life. In the late 1980s she was a pioneer in the Community Food Bank while simultaneously spreading the awareness of organic food by demanding no pesticides in food markets. In 2007, she was recognized by Boy Scouts of America as Distinguished Citizen of the Year as well as honored by the YWCA.

Karen had led BRAVO! through several acquisitions in the U.S. creating a revolution in the janitorial and maintenance service industries by setting a strong example with her motto, "Do what you say you are going to do." BRAVO! employees take personal responsibility for delivering quality service and excellent customer satisfaction. Creating opportunities for our employees and being passionate about our customers contribute to our success.

Karen is active in many Real Estate and Industry Associations and is the Chairperson for BOMA's Office Building of the Year Awards.