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HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 B7 C-SUITE | 2024 AWARDS J on-Paul Venoit is responsible for the strategic vision, leadership and operational health of Connecticut's largest not-for-profit senior care continuum. His responsibilities include strategic leadership, short- and long-term planning, operational management, financial stewardship, regu- latory compliance, stake- holder engagement and leadership development. What have been your biggest professional accomplishments over the past year? Hands down, my biggest accom- plishment has been the building and development of a leadership team equipped to tackle the ever-evolving landscape of the healthcare industry. Our journey from uncertainty to sustain- ability and growth has been driven by a dedicated group of leaders who embraced the challenge of turning our company around. is team adopted innovative strat- egies to address the most pressing challenges facing the healthcare indus- try today, ensuring that we remained competitive and relevant in a rapidly changing environment. In what ways are you involved in the commu- nity? I have served as the vice chair of the Walling- ford Planning and Zoning Commission and commis- sioner of the Wallingford Ethics Committee. I am the vice chair of Leadin- gAge Connecticut. I am the former chair of the Wallingford Education Foundation and serve on the board of visitors for the University of Hartford. I am the former chair of the Connecticut Assisted Living Association board and their Institute for Senior Living Education, and chair the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's. On the job Guiding business principle: Know and remember your why. Understand- ing your 'why' is essential for driving motivation and purpose in your life and work. It helps clarify goals and align actions with your values. Knowing and reflecting on your why will guide your decisions, keep you focused during challenges, and inspire you to achieve goals you may have never imagined possible. Jon-Paul Venoit President & CEO MASONICARE Size of organization: $170 million, 1,600 employees Education: Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Insurance, University of Hartford; Master's Degree in Healthcare Management, Post University WINNER CATEGORY | CEO, LARGE COMPANY, 200+ EMPLOYEES Congratulations Jon Paul Venoit Lockton, a proud business partner of Masonicare would like to congratulate Jon-Paul (JP) Venoit for his recognition in the Hartford Business Journal's (HBJ) C-Suite Awards, as the Top CEO – Large Company. JP's leadership, both at Masonicare and throughout the state as a non-profit advocate is admirable and extremely impactful. We are excited for JP to earn this well-deserved recognition. Congratulations on the TOP CEO Award! HealthPRO Heritage is proud to partner with you to provide wellness and rehabilitation services to your residents and home care patients. It is an honor to work with you and support your ageless commitment to caring. Jon-Paul (JP) Venoit, President & CEO, Masonicare C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S J O N P A U L V E N O I T f o r y o u r t r e m e n d o u s l e a d e r s h i p a n d f o c u s i n g u i d i n g t h e M a s o n i c a r e s y s t e m t o b e t h e s t a n d a r d o f e x c e l l e n c e i n t h e h e a l t h c a r e c o m m u n i t y ! T h e p e o p l e a t N u t m e g P h a r m a c y a r e h o n o r e d t o b e a p h a r m a c y p a r t n e r w i t h y o u a n d t h e t e a m y o u h a v e d e v e l o p e d t o s e r v e t h e s e n i o r c o m m u n i t y ! We a t N u t m e g P h a r m a c y r e c o g n i z e t h i s w e l l - d e s e r v e d r e c o g n i t i o n a n d i t s e f f e c t o n i m p r o v i n g l i v e s , o n e p e r s o n a t a t i m e .