Boston Magazine Power 2016: Power Families – The Next Generation, The Management Marvel: Justin Cruz.
These rising stars haven’t taken over the family business yet, but they’re following closely in their parents’ footsteps.

Age: 41

Family Legacy
Cruz Companies, founded by Justin’s grandfather and run by his father, John Cruz III, and his father’s cousin, Daniel Cruz Jr., is among the largest and oldest minority-owned development, construction, and management firms in the region, with clients ranging from Harvard to Raytheon to the Archdiocese of Boston. Meanwhile, the group’s nonprofit arm funds scholarships and youth programs for the city’s kids.

His Role
Justin directs the company’s management services for its residential buildings around Boston.

Dad’s Take
The management side has a bit more opportunity without some of the restrictions,” John says. “I expect that over the next few years, Justin will really have some significant growth.”