Justin Braz Named Partner at Mad Global Strategy

Montclair, New Jersey – MAD Global Strategy, a leading bipartisan public affairs firm, is pleased to announce that Justin Braz has been promoted to Partner.

“Justin Braz has helped take MAD Global to the next level, growing our firm and recruiting the next generation of top talent,” said Mike DuHaime, founder and CEO, MAD Global. “Justin is a trusted advisor who is providing strategic counsel and helping our clients navigate tough challenges. I am thrilled to name him as a partner, and I look forward to seeing how Justin will continue to deliver results for our clients and enhance the culture at our firm.”

Braz joined MAD Global Strategy in 2023 and oversees the firm’s Trenton lobbying operation. His promotion is not only a result of his outstanding achievements but the firm’s commitment to advancing leadership from within the organization.

“I am very excited to welcome Justin to the MAD Global Partnership table,” said Laura Matos, Partner, MAD Global. “Justin’s deep understanding of government policy and how it affects  families and businesses sets him apart. We are incredibly fortunate to have him on our team.”

Prior to joining MAD Global Strategy, Braz served as Chief of Staff and Assistant Commissioner for Transportation Policy at the New Jersey Department of Transportation. He assumed that role after being Governor Murphy’s Deputy Chief of Staff for Legislative Affairs for five years.

“I’m incredibly proud and humbled to step into the role of Partner at MAD Global. This firm has given me the chance to work alongside some of the smartest, most passionate people in the business, and I’m deeply grateful to Mike, Laura, and the entire team for their support and trust,” said Justin Braz, Partner at MAD Global. “At MAD, we put our clients first and go above and beyond to help them achieve real impact. As Partner, I look forward to continuing to guide our clients through complex challenges, mentor the next generation of talent, and help drive MAD Global’s continued growth and leadership in the industry.”

Braz also served as Senior Advisor to Murphy for Governor and the New Jersey Democratic State Committee 2021, Labor Director for Victory 2017 and was Chief of Staff to Assembly Budget Chairman Gary S. Schaer from 2013 until August 2017.

Braz was the New Jersey Political Coordinator for 1199 SEIU and Chief of Staff to Assemblywoman Annette Quijano. Additionally, He is a national board member and a founding member of the New Jersey Chapter of New Leaders Council, a leadership and professional development organization. He was the former Chairman of the State House Commission as the Governor’s representative.

Locally, Braz serves on the Bordentown City Planning and Zoning Board. He also serves on the New Jersey State Committee of the Regional Plan Association. Braz is a proud graduate of Penn State University.

MAD Global continues to expand its footprint with operations now in New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and West Virginia, including multiple recent acquisitions. To learn more about MAD Global, visit www.madglobalstrategy.com.