BRAVO is a cooperative composed of Velocity Architecture & Engineering Group, D.P.C. and Bradford Construction Corp. of New York (WBE)
Together, we are a full-service Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management firm serving public and private sector clients in the New York and New Jersey region and beyond. Our collaborative approach brings together technical expertise and community-driven values to deliver projects that build the future.
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Guiding Principles
- Sincerity & dependability in service
- Integrity & honesty in all actions
- Accountability for decisions
- Open communication with staff & clients
- Respect for each member and impact on others
- Leadership & innovation in technical solutions
- Stewardship of resources and environment
- Loyalty to cooperative ownership values
Core Markets
BRAVO Group Leadership

Ehab Shehata
President & CEO

Governor David Paterson
Senior Board Advisor

Jay Badame
Board of Advisors

Clark Caughey
Chief Financial Officer

Sue-Anne Chong
Executive Vice President – Senior Corporate Liaison
Velocity Leadership

Mashiyat Ashraf, AIA
President & Chief Architect

Kenny Pimenta, PE
Senior Vice President, Director of Operations / Chief Engineer

Irina Gorelik, AIA
Associate Vice President – Architectural Manager
Bradford Leadership

Sandra Wilkin
Founder & Chairwoman of the Board

Lorraine Grillo
Chief Executive Officer

George Toma, AIA
Chief Operating Officer

Jose Lopez-Padilla, PE
Vice President, Operations Manager