John R. Bruno, Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Over thirty years ago, John R. Bruno, Sr., the founder and Chairman/CEO of Bruno Associates, recognized that many municipal and county units of government did not have the resources and the capacity to effectively pursue and administer grant opportunities at the state and federal level. One of New Jersey's most recognizable business professionals, Mr. Bruno distinguished himself as one of the state's first experts in federal and state aid applications. Previously, he served as a congressional press secretary. Active on the local level, Mr. Bruno has chaired his town's Recreation Commission for 15 years and has served as Chairman of the Cancer Society Fund Raising Program. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Italian-American Police Society Award, and the Newark Municipal Council Citation for 30 years of Service. Other awards include a Commendation from Harrison Mayor Raymond McDonough; a Certificate of Appreciation from Rahway Mayor James J. Kennedy; an Appreciation Award from Newark Councilman-At-Large Luis A. Quintana; and a Recognition Award from Rutherford Mayor William Einreinhoffer. He also received a special award from the United States Census Bureau as a key partner in Census 2000.