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The Third Annual Southeastern Connecticut 40 Under Forty Awards are produced as a joint effort between the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce, Greater Westerly-Pawcatuck Area Chamber of Commerce, Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce and The Day Publishing Company. These awards are given to recognize 40 of the best and brightest individuals in our community under 40 years of age who have consistently demonstrated excellence in their profession, as well as leadership, commitment, and service to the region. The celebration will take place at Fox Tower at Foxwoods Resort Casino on Friday, January 9th, 2015. Purchase your Tickets Today - Contact (860) 887-1647 for additional details. Individual Tickets fro $75 each or Reserved Table of 10 for $1,000 6 PM Cocktail Reception; 7 PM Dinner & Awards Presentation 8 PM Dessert & Dancing to the tunes of NO SHAME Southeastern Connecticut is a harbor for continual community growth, business resilience and overall prosperity. Our unparalleled small businesses offer experiences unlike anywhere else in the world as they thrive alongside nationally recognized businesses including two of the nation’s most brilliant casinos and other industry leaders like Electric Boat, Pfizer and a thriving tourist economy. All of this advancement occurs directly in the midst of some of New England’s most breathtaking nature and water views. Passionate people work to shape the lively economic atmosphere that we here in Southeastern Connecticut enjoy each and every day. We are very fortunate to have so many talented, committed and entrepreneurial people who care not only about growing our economy, but also about giving back and paving the way for future generations. Please join us as we recognize those individuals who are making tremendous contributions to our community and the lives of their fellow citizens. It is because of these dedicated people that Southeastern Connecticut will continue to thrive and to be an amazing place to work and live. The Southeastern Connecticut 40 Under Forty Awards Committee invites you to be a vital part of recognizing the achievements of those that are working to make our community stronger!
This year's recipients of Southeastern Connecticut 40 Under Forty Awards are:
Dean Avery of Mystic, EastConn School; Kia Baird of Gales Ferry, Community Solutions; Jennifer Blanco of Groton, Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center; Eunice Lima Brooks of Mashantucket, Charter Oak Federal Credit Union; Kate Bucklin of Willimantic, Norwich Magazine; Jessica Burzycki of Norwich, Keith's Appliances; Chris Calkins Jr. of Groton, Digisist, LLC; Jennifer Dugas of Pawcatuck, Washington Trust Co.; Andrew Field of Pawcatuck, Bridge Restaurant; Harrison Formiglio of Lebanon, Norwich Police Department; Dawn Gardega of New London, Hyatt Place Mohegan Sun; Kerry Bannon Garofano of Mystic, Mystic Aquarium/Sea Research Foundation; Tessa Getchis of Mystic, UConn Avery Point; Matthew R. Kinell of New London, Waller, Smith & Palmer, P.C.; Wendy Laforsimo of Willington, Full Power Radio; Alex Masse of Baltic, Chelsea Groton Bank; Dr. Oliver Mayorga of Mystic, L+M Hospital; Deborah McGrath of Waterford, Nutmeg Building & Remodeling, LLC; Kelly McVeigh of Pawcatuck, Gourmet Galley Catering; Dan Meiser of Mystic, Oyster Club & Engine Room; Megan A. Mooney of Stonington, Fridays Rescue Foundation; Katie Moors of Moosup, Norwich Public Utilities; Stacy Morataya-Pilkington of Ledyard, Foxwoods Resort Casino; Allison Kiley Nasin of Noank, Captain Daniel Packer Inne.
Also, Dr. Tianne A. Pape of Niantic, Pape Chiropractic and Wellness Center; Precious Putnam of Mystic, Beer'd Brewing Company, LLC; Andrea Richmond of Lisbon, Howley Bread Group/Panera Bread; James Rosenman of East Greenwich, Fairview Odd Fellows Home of CT; Meagan Seacor of Groton, Wireless Zone; Aaren M. Simoncini of Mystic, Beer'd Brewing Company, LLC; Jeremy Socha of Mystic, S & P Oyster Co.; William Sweeney of New London, Tobin, Carberry, O'Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C.; Heather Sykes of New London, Savings Institute Bank and Trust.
Also, Joseph Mark Taraya of Groton, Groton Naval Sub Base; Miria Toth of Bozrah, Norwich Community Development Corp.; Keith Turner of New London, McCue Mortgage Co; Jennifer Vincent of Griswold, Simply Majestic; Ericka J. Winstead of Norwich, Eastern Savings Bank; Kris Wraight of New London, Safe Futures; and Alycia Ziegler of Oakdale, Leslie Butler.