Juzzef Martinez started working in the financial industry as a high school intern and has remained in the field for the past 18 years. As a commercial banker at JPMorgan Chase, Martinez helps businesses with credit, lending, equipment financing, and treasury services. Watching a company grow in value and efficiency with her help is incredibly rewarding to Martinez. She develops strong client relationships, fosters a positive work environment and often exceeds sales targets.
Martinez is a Nicaraguan, first-generation college graduate and takes great pride in her accomplishments and the sacrifices of her parents to leave their old life and move to the United States. She hopes to set an example for future generations of her family in pursuit of their educational dreams.
In 2019, Martinez launched the Nevada Chase Adelante Business Resource Group. This group promotes retention and helps Hispanic and Latino employees involve themselves in the community and pursue opportunities for career development. Martinez is also actively involved with the Latin Chamber of Commerce, Latinas in Power, Cristo Rey St. Viator, Association of Latino Professionals for America and 50/50 Women on Boards. She is passionate about closing the racial wealth gap and supporting diverse-, women- and veteran-owned businesses.