Our Origin Story
In Pursuit of the American Dream
“The American Dream” is a phrase you will often hear Anthony Rizzo Sr. say when reflecting on his life. At the age of twelve, unable to speak a word of English, Anthony Sr. courageously traveled from his home in Italy to the United States in pursuit of new opportunities. In 1958, he graduated from Henry Abbott Technical High School with a diploma in Electrical Trade. From this moment forward, Anthony Sr. learned the true significance of hard work and determination. These two values paved the way for the successes he has achieved today.
Three years after earning his high school diploma, Anthony Sr. married the love of his life, Joan Martino. Together, the newlyweds took strides to build the life they dreamed of. In 1965, Anthony Sr. and Joan invested in their first property on South Street in Danbury. Little did they know, this investment would become the stepping stone for their business endeavors in the years to come.
Proud to Serve the Greater Danbury Area Since 1965
Generations of Exceptional Property Management
JAR Associates, LLC is a family owned and operated business, providing exceptional property management and development services to the Greater Danbury Area.
Today, JAR Associates is managed by Anthony Sr. and Joan’s children: Anthony Rizzo Jr., Ross Rizzo, MaryJean Rebeiro and Mike Rizzo. The four siblings have carried on their parent’s legacy of hard work and determination in sight of continuing to build their father’s vision of the American Dream.
“La Dolce Vita”
While spending many years working towards their vision of the American Dream through business development, Anthony Sr. and Joan were additionally focused on their growing family. Today, Anthony Sr. and Joan share four children, eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. The sweethearts cherish time spent with their family most, whether it be within their business endeavors or personal lives. All four generations of the Rizzo family believe the recipe to “La Dolce Vita” (The Sweet Life) is faith, family and gratitude for each day.