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Bright lights in Windsor Locks
"This is a very exciting
proposal that could bring
a long list of benefits to the
town, so I am hopeful that the
financial aspects of the project
can be worked out to the
satisfaction of everyone."
Windsor Locks First
Selectman Christopher Kervick on a proposed
$200 million development in town to build a
multi-sport complex featuring two roughly 6,000-
seat stadiums, turf fields, retail space and hotels.
Kathy Luria | Board Chair, Connecticut Council for Philanthropy
By Sean Teehan
steehan@hartfordbusiness.com
Kathy Luria sees her new position as board chair
of the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy, as the
culmination of her career — and life — so far.
Luria, senior vice president of community
affairs and director of philanthropy at Webster
Bank, has spent a decades-long career focused on
charity, community rela-
tions and education.
Before joining Webster in
2006, Luria spent nearly 20
years as an administrator at
Naugatuck Valley Community
College, where she led a num-
ber of continuing-education
workshops helping single
mothers build self-reliance.
What issues are of the highest priority for the
Connecticut Council for Philanthropy?
CCP is focused on bolstering the philanthropic
leadership in the state, improving our data and
analytical services, and continuing to deepen the
organization's commitment to equity.
What do you hope to accomplish as board chair?
My hope is to work closely with our new
president, Karla Fortunato, to continue to build a
strong board — one that is engaged in the impor-
tant work of the Council. At the same time, we will
continue to turn our attention to the membership
to be sure we fulfill our promise of being a rel-
evant and resilient body of guidance and learning.
Is there any particular philanthropic effort you have
been a part of that makes you especially proud?
When the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
approached Connecticut for inclusion in their
Working Cities Challenge, I became a lead mem-
ber of the resource team and then the advisory
council. Along with a host of leaders across the
state, I would say I am particularly proud of the
collaborative nature of this effort that resulted
in four Connecticut cities being selected as CT
Working Cities Challenge grant recipients.
You work as an adjunct professor at UConn and
Naugatuck Valley Community College. Do you
think the next generation of business profes-
sionals are philanthropy-minded?
Absolutely! I see it in the next generation. They
have an interest in giving back, volunteering and
helping their classmates. There is great interest in
working for companies that are socially minded.
What's one thing people don't know about you?
In an effort to remain alert and challenge my
brain, I have recently taken up piano lessons.
VERBATIM
Kathy Luria
Edible Arrangements' new CEO
"With more than 1,200
locations worldwide, this is
one of those rare opportunities
to take what is already a
beloved brand and shape a
new and exciting future."
Mike Rotondo on his
appointment as the new
CEO of Wallingford-based franchisor Edible
Arrangements, which makes fresh-cut fruit
arrangements and snacks.
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