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32 n e w h a v e n B I Z | M a y / J u n e 2 0 1 9 | n e w h a v e n b i z . c o m BARBARA L. PEARCE CHIEF EXECUTIV E OFFICER PEA RCE REA L ESTATE, NORTH H AV EN Residence: Guilford College(s): Harvard College, AB; Harvard Law School/Harvard Business School, JD/MBA Describe your role in your company/ organiza- tion and the impact it has on the greater New Haven economy: I took over a family real estate business that has long been involved in every type of real estate and in many parts of the Connecticut. We not only employ more than 100 professionals, but we contribute to the economic welfare of the region person- ally as well. How do you give back to the greater New Haven community? Currently, in addition to being co-chair of Saint Martin de Porres Academy, and being on several other boards, I have taken a sabbatical from real estate this year, and am the interim CEO of the Connecticut Hospice. What advice would you give young up-and-coming business professionals? It's not all about working. Don't wait until you retire to give back. You receive more than you give whenever you help someone. What is an interesting/unusual characteristic or quality about you that most people don't know? When I say that we have been involved in all types of real estate, I didn't say that this characteristic has been passed along to the next generation — my son is an urban farmer. TONI N. HARP M AYOR CITY OF NEW H AV EN Residence: New Haven College(s): Roosevelt University, BA; Yale University School of Architecture, MA Obviously the mayor has "power," and her three- decades-long tenure in public office (alderwoman, state senator, mayor) at the city and state level give her maximum latitude and leverage in a single- party city. But what sets the 71-year-old San Francisco native apart as a leader is her ability to work across social, economic and, yes, political boundaries to build consensus and buy-in. Describe your role in your organization: As New Haven's chief elected official my administration has responsibility for the programs and services provided to city residents, property owners, business operators and visitors, with regard to public safety, public education, economic development and viability, environmental sustainability and financial stability. How do you give back to the community? I've been fortunate to serve in elected office continuously for more than 30 years. What advice would you give young up-and-coming professionals? To the greatest extent possible, he or she would be encouraged to marry a passionate interest with a professional pursuit. What is an interesting/unusual characteristic or quality about you that most people don't know? I enjoy designing and making jewelry when I have spare time. CHRIS ULBRICH CH AIRM A N & CEO ULBRICH STAINLESS STEELS & SPECIA L META LS INC., NORTH H AV EN Residence: Guilford College(s): University of Connecticut, BS Ulbrich is the highly respected third-gener- ation CEO of the family business, who worked his way up from the fac- tory floor to the corner office. He became president in 1999. Today, as chairman, he oversees day-to- day activities including market- ing, strategic purchasing, human resources and organizational development. Long-term he has focused on corporate responsibil- ity, sustainability and health and wellness. Ulbrich is regarded as a world-class supplier of precision metal products. How do you give back to the com- munity? e company sets aside a percentage of annual sales to support non-profit organizations, including the Ulbrich Boys & Girls Club, Wallingford Family YMCA, United Way of Meriden & Wallingford, Junior Achieve- ment and Columbus House. What advice would you give to young business professionals? Never say, 'I can't.' Never give up hope. Set goals and work hard to achieve them. Take a hike: Ulbrich is an avid hiker who has completed treks in the Grand Canyon and on the Appalachian Trail. is summer he plans to hike the northeast- ern section of the Appalachian Trail over a three-week period beginning July 1 while raising funds for the Columbus House in Wallingford and New Haven. Interested readers may follow Ulbrich's trek on Twitter via @ Golite1924. JAMES H. SEGALOFF M A NAGING PA RTNER SUSM A N, DUFF Y & SEGA LOFF, PC, NEW H AV EN Residence: New Haven College(s): Syracuse University, BA; University of Connecticut School of Law, JD Power suit and lawyer to the stars (at least on the Elm City scale). Jimmy Segaloff has been at or near the center of nearly every major New Haven development deal (on the developer side, natch) since the earth was flat — from Ikea to Westville Center to Cooper Church (former Union Trust Co.) to MetroStar's redevelopment of the former Salvation Army on Crown Street to...you name it. How do you give back to the community? President, Friends of Yale New Haven Children's Hospital; chairman, New Haven Civil Service Commission; president, Camp Laurelwood (Madison); founder and president, New Haven Rowing Club. Many more. What advice would you give to young professionals? Get involved in a meaningful way, in organizations or boards. Don't get involved simply for 'marketing' purposes, networking or embellishing your résumé. Do it because you believe in the mission of the organization and with the intent to play an active role. Deep, dark secret most people don't know: My all-time favorite song is 'Shout' by the Isley Brothers. I have a special and unusual dance that I perform at parties, weddings and bar mitzvahs whenever this song is played. NEW HAVEN: POWER 50 >> Corner Office

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