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n e w h a v e n b i z . c o m | F e b r u a r y 2 0 2 3 | n e w h a v e n B I Z 3 F r o m T h e E d i t o r s O ur annual Power 25 list features individuals based in the Greater New Haven region who hold significant influence within their organizations and the broader business community. is year's group includes leaders of universities, global nonprofit organizations, real estate agencies, banks, manufacturers, law firms and economic development groups. e list features individuals who have been in their roles for many years, and some who have just begun to make their mark. e "Power 25" designation is not an award, but an acknowledgement of key leaders in positions of power. Our editorial staff picked them based on their leadership roles, recent accomplishments and impact. Also in this issue, our Q&A feature is with Adam Wood, president and founder of the CT Cannabis Chamber of Commerce. e state's recreational cannabis industry is expected to make a significant impact on the state's economy. We chatted with Wood about what the future holds for this burgeoning sector. In another story, we put the spotlight on manufacturer Sikorsky and what comes next aer it lost a key U.S. Army contract for the Future Long Range Assault Aircra, seen as the successor to the Black Hawk helicopter. Read on for a feature on the planned expansion of beverage distributor Better Rhodes in Madison, which is enjoying a boost in business fueled by the popularity of alcohol-free adult beverages such as whiskey and beer. In another feature, read about how one family's personal tragedy led to the creation of the "Igniting Talent" program. It pairs high school students with area businesses for two-week micro-internships that give them real, hands-on experience in a profession. Young people can try three career paths in six weeks, with a goal of helping them find their true passion. We hope you enjoy this issue. Please reach out to us with your comments, suggestions and story ideas. Michelle Tuccitto Sullo Editor Liese Klein Managing Editor Making an impact C o n t e n t s Michelle Tuccitto Sullo newhavenBIZ 8 | On The Record Cannabis Chamber advocates for state's budding industry. 10 | Chocolate Destination Candy-maker welcomes tourists as it eyes growth, bigger clientele. 12 | Dry Power Better Rhodes' growth fueled by boom in alcohol-free adult beverages. 14 | Turbulence Ahead Sikorsky faces uncertain prospects aer Army contract loss. 18 | Igniting Talent Organization born from tragedy aims to help youths find career passion. 19 | Power 25 Meet the region's top movers and shakers for 2023. 25 | What's The Deal Amid blooming business, National Floral Supply moving HQ, distribution center to Milford. F E A T U R E S D E P A R T M E N T S 10 18 25 EDITOR Michelle Tuccitto Sullo MANAGING EDITOR Liese Klein STAFF WRITER Hanna Snyder Gambini CT CONTENT DIRECTOR Greg Bordonaro CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jean Falbo-Sosnovich Alix Boyle Chris Hoffman Norman Bell DESIGN DIRECTOR Mitchell Hayes PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Kira Beaudoin PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER Tom Curtin CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Peter Stanton DIGITAL DIRECTOR Jan Holder New Haven Biz 900 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06510 (203)-937-2148 • www.newhavenbiz.com NEW HAVEN BIZ (ISSN 2639-605X), is published twelve times annually, 900 Chapel St., 10th Floor, New Haven, CT 06510. Copyright 2018. All rights reserved. Subscriptions: Annual subscriptions are available for $29.95. To subscribe please email circulation@newhavenbiz.com or contact our circulation team at 203-937-2148 ext. 4 New Haven BIZ accepts no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts or materials and in general does not return them to the sender. A division of: New Haven BIZ is a publication of New England Business Media, LLC. Liese Klein T H E L I S T S 24 | Top paid CEOs at publicly traded companies based in Connecticut 4 | Around the Region 5 | By The Numbers 25 | What's the Deal 27 | Luxury Real Estate 28 | C-Suite

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