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22 HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | AUGUST 19, 2024 2024 | 40 UNDER FORTY Whittlesey congratulates our own Tom Wood and all the Hartford Business Journal 40 Under Forty Class of 2024 recipients. Tom's commitment to our clients has helped them successfully navigate compliance, economic, and technological changes to see a better future. ASSURANCE | ADVISORY | TAX | TECHNOLOGY 280 Trumbull St, 24th Floor, Hartford, CT 06103 860.522.3111 | www.WAdvising.com Nicole Warren is the assistant news director at WTNH/News 8. Her passion and drive equip her to execute a united content strategy for a team of 70-plus journalists daily. Warren's editorial leadership helped propel broadcast ratings to historic heights in 2024. She utilizes research and industry trends to enhance engagement and viewer retention across multiple platforms, resulting in nearly 70 million page and video views on WTNH. com in 2023. What's been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career? WTNH News was honored with nine Emmy nominations by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Additionally, WTNH news at 6 p.m. cemented its first-place lead while becoming the most- watched newscast in Connecticut. How are you involved in the community? My broadcast vision and expertise help raise thousands of dollars each year at local telethons and blood drives for organizations like the Red Cross and Salvation Army. I have also spearheaded coverage of dozens of political debates and town halls highlighting key issues, including education and health. What do you like to do outside of work? I am a mom to my 4- and 6-year-old kiddos and am engaged in their school and sports programs. I also like early morning workouts with friends, and family beach days with my husband and kids. Why do you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty? • Consistent strong leadership aimed at creating a positive, nurturing work environment and mentorship. • Superior organization skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. • Ratings growth at both News 8 and Fox 61 under my direct leadership. Alex embodies our bank's commitment to serving each other, lifting our community and innovating and enhancing our client experience. Congratulations to all the nominees. GSB Congratulates Alex Sulpasso on his 40 Under 40 Award! Nicole Warren AGE: 38 COMPANY: WTNH News 8 TITLE: Assistant News Director NO. OF YEARS WITH CURRENT COMPANY: 7 WHERE I LIVE: Glastonbury WHERE I WORK: Hartford/New Haven COLLEGE: Providence College HIGHEST DEGREE: MBA, Isenberg School of Management UMASS Amherst