Brittany Bruno has over 18 years of experience assisting with the work of high-achieving executives, including 6 years as a restaurant General Manager. As a manager, she implemented an inventory software system that achieved positive growth in the company’s bottom line. Brittany pinpoints businesses that are assessed for potential investment by BizGro Partners. Using her expertise in navigating and structuring information, she maintains a standardized digital document framework for the organization.

Brittany was raised in California and Florida. She now resides in West Palm Beach with her 5 children where she spends her free time using her passion for cooking to grow a small business that makes a variety of jams and jellies.

Malissa is a highly experienced professional with over a decade in financial management and accounting. She excels in developing efficient processes that enhance data accuracy and productivity. With a keen eye for detail, Malissa is a skilled auditor, adept at transforming complex information into actionable insights.

Malissa’s expertise extends to crafting effective accounting protocols that improve compliance, enhance financial projections, and streamline reporting. Her proficiency in cash flow analysis, budget creation, and WIP reporting is matched by her academic background, which includes a master’s in accounting and a bachelor’s in public communication.

Malissa’s diverse experience spans office management, client services, and liaison roles, showcasing her adaptability and exceptional communication skills. She takes pride in delivering quantifiable results, such as achieving a 20% increase in efficiency on multiple projects. Malissa’s unique combination of skills and qualifications makes her a valuable asset for any financial team or project.

Carolina Prieto is currently VP of Operations, she is a bilingual Spanish speaker that has an extensive background in Management and in Leadership. Previously in her role as a leader in School Business Administration, she developed, organized, managed, delegated, and implemented many strategies to facilitate and drive success. She is a graduate of St. Rose College, Magna Cum Laude and has two master’s degrees. Carolina is a highly affable, easy going, efficient, and always up for the challenge, driven type of person. Known for her diligence and her ability to see the overall picture, Carolina provides our clients the support needed to succeed and grow to the next level.

For over 20 years, Jorge Salva, Esq. has represented entrepreneurs, family businesses, early-stage and mature closely held companies across numerous industries, including IT consulting, pharmacies, chiropractic, urgent-care centers, manufacturing, retail, wholesale distribution, franchising, as well as licensed professionals including architects, accountants, and independent financial advisors. Jorge has advised and negotiated a wide variety of transactions from entity formation, corporate finance, asset-based lending, and mergers & acquisitions, including for many of BizGro Partner’s portfolio companies. Jorge is dedicated and experienced in negotiation and structuring transactions in a manner that achieves their business goals while minimizing legal risks of post-closing disputes and litigation. Jorge is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Law School and is admitted before the Bars for the State and Federal Bars for New York and New Jersey.

Joel R. Rivera has a Strong Network of Elected Officials, Community Leaders, Not- for-Profit Organizations, Faith-Based Leaders, Corporate Executives and Business Owners. Through his knowledge, unique skill set, and experience, Joel provides the necessary relationships to forge and develop successfully partnerships. Joel’s work allows him to help his network effectively partner with Bizgro Partners in acquiring well-established and profitable B2B Business, ultimately providing a strong Return on Capital and an On-Going Positive Cash Flow, and the opportunity for Financial Freedom.