Maria Griego-Raby

Maria established Contract Associates, a family-owned business, with brother, Mark, over 20 years ago. Beginning with just 4 employees, the business has grown to 30 Team Members. Maria's success comes from her ability to integrate her many creative talents with sound knowledge and experience. In addition, as an active company Team Leader, her "hands-on" commitment to deliver the highest standard in products and customer service, keeps her ahead of the curve and continually at the top of her industry. Maria earned a Masters Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of New Mexico. Her outstanding professional reputation in the commercial and office furniture industry has been recognized over the years by the media and organizations such as: Top 500 List of The Largest U.S Hispanic Owned Companies, Hispanic Business Magazine, for 7 consecutive years (2002-09); Minority Business Development Association (MBDA), Regional Director Award, 2005; and Minority Enterprise Development, Regional Minority Supplier/Distributor of the Year, 2002, to name a few. As passionate about the community as she is about her business, Ms. Griego-Raby contributes her time and talents to numerous boards and regional non-profit organizations.