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10 40 UNDER FORTY | 2025 AWARDS HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | AUGUST 11, 2025 Cindy Cieslak is a partner at Rose Kallor LLP, which represents employers and governments in labor and employ- ment and municipal defense matters. Cieslak represents public sector, nonprofit, restaurant and private employers in complex labor and James DeMaio is vice president of business operations at Pat Munger Construction Company Inc., where he leads all business operations including safety, logistics and internal systems. He joined Munger in 2016 as an intern and quickly advanced from field worker employment law matters before state and federal courts, as well as adminis - trative agencies, in Connecticut, New York and Massachusetts. Cieslak is also an Association of Workplace Investigators Certificate Holder (AWI-CH). She regularly conducts independent workplace investigations and Title IX investigations. What's been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career? I, along with my mentors and colleagues at Rose Kallor, have litigated complex legal matters for government agencies. It's an honor to work with public agen- cies because representing them has a broader purpose in serving the commu- nity because integral to such entities' mission is public service. Why do you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty? • Became partner at Rose Kallor at age 29 and have significantly contributed to the expansion of our firm's client base. • Received the American Bar Association's On The Rise-Top 40 Young Lawyers Award, a national recognition for exemplifying a broad range of high achievement, inno- vation, vision, leadership and legal/ community service. • Assisted with the restoration of a civics education program, as a young lawyer leader, which continues to run in part- nership with the Judicial Branch. to executive leadership. DeMaio plays a key role in guiding strategic growth and team development. He holds degrees in automotive technology and business management and serves on both the visionary leadership team and opera- tions leadership team. What's been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career? I helped develop and launch Munger Construction's Tier II Leadership Team to mentor emerging talent and ensure long-term continuity. This initiative is now central to the company's succes- sion strategy and earned recognition alongside the Hartford Business Journal's Family Business Award win, reinforcing Munger's legacy as a purpose-driven, future-focused organization. Why do you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty? • Built an internal leadership team to mentor rising professionals and help drive Munger Construction's long-term succession and growth strategy. • Helped expand Munger's footprint beyond Connecticut while overseeing business operations for one of North America's top 100 metal builders. • Committed to continuous improvement through leadership certifications, peer advisory groups and programs like Vistage, Sandler Training and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT's Leadership Program. Samanta Descombes-Roseme, a regis- tered nurse, co-founded Assured Quality Homecare in 2016 after witnessing the harm untrained caregivers caused during her hospice work. Disturbed by the lack of standards in Connecticut's home-care system, she designed a model that prioritizes safety and training, requiring all caregivers to be certified before entering a client's home. Today, she leads award-winning teams Andrew DiSilvestro is president/owner of AmeriTech Contracting, a federal general contracting firm. An Air Force veteran serving as senior enlisted leader for the 103d Civil Engineering Squadron, he fuses military precision with strategic vision to execute com- plex federal construction projects and build high-performing teams. Taking lead at AmeriTech in 2022, DiSilvestro increased total sales from under $1 million to over $125 million. across Connecticut and Rhode Island, fostering a culture where clients feel secure, caregivers feel confident and families never feel alone. What's been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career? My proudest accomplishment is building a mission-driven home-care agency that consistently delivers on its promise. My unique training and care model has earned trust across hundreds of families and care professionals, as reflected in community reputation, online reviews, staff feedback and third-party satisfaction systems. Why do you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty? • I redefined home care by creating Connecticut's first caregiver training model where none existed. • My consistent impact earned deep trust — evidenced by glowing reviews, caregiver pride and high-quality rat- ings across thousands of care hours. • I'm transforming home care through advocacy, mentorship and standards — guiding families, professionals and policymakers toward compassionate, accountable care models. What do you like to do outside of work? I pour into what matters most — my family. A devoted wife and hands-on mom of three, I am present at every event, val- ues-driven at home and always serving. From mentoring women to cooking meals to growing personally, I live with purpose. What's been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career? I took over AmeriTech as it faced closure with no backlog or revenue. Within two months, I secured $10 million in contracts. Under my leadership, the company has grown from one employee to more than 70 in three years and has been transformed into a thriving, well-respected, fast- growing federal contracting business. Why do you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty? • Scaled AmeriTech from near-closure into a thriving federal construction firm, securing $125 million-plus in work and delivering impactful VA, DoD, and public-sector projects nationwide. • Lead with purpose, mentoring emerging leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, discipline and ownership across a high-performing team that's grown to more than 70 members in three years. • Champions veteran hiring and com- munity service through AmeriHope, a nonprofit I co-founded to support military families and drive grassroots outreach across Connecticut and beyond. What do you like to do outside of work? I prioritize time with my wife and sons, relaxing with our dogs and cheering on the Cowboys and Yankees. I also enjoy competitive sports such as softball, basketball, pickleball and golf. Cindy M. Cieslak Company: Rose Kallor LLP Title: Partner Number of years with current company: 12 Town where I live: West Hartford Town where I work: Hartford College: The Pennsylvania State University Highest degree: Juris Doctor, University of Connecticut School of Law Age: 37 James David DeMaio Company: Pat Munger Construction Company Inc. Title: Vice President of Business Operations Number of years with current company: 9 Town where I live: Guilford Town where I work: Branford College: New England Institute of Technology Highest degree: Bachelor's degree in automotive service management and business management, New England Institute of Technology Age: 32 Samanta Descombes-Roseme Company: Assured Quality Homecare LLC Title: Chief Executive Officer Number of years with current company: 9 Town where I live: Norwich Town where I work: Norwich College: College of the Holy Cross; Uni- versity of Connecticut School of Nursing Highest degree: Bachelor's degree in nursing, University of Connecticut Age: 39 Andrew S. DiSilvestro Jr. Company: AmeriTech Contracting LLC Title: President Number of years with current company: 3 Town where I live: Hamden Town where I work: Berlin College: University of New Haven Highest degree: Executive master's of business administration, University of New Haven Age: 38