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HARTFORDBUSINESS.COM | AUGUST 10, 2026 2026 AWARDS | 40 UNDER FORTY 5 BUSINESSES THAT GROW. TCC delivers secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions that empower businesses to work smarter and grow stronger. CYBERSECURITY Protect what matters most. COMPLIANCE Secure. Compliant. Risk-Ready. Protected. AI AUTOMATION Automate. Optimize. Innovate. Grow. STRATEGIC IT CONSULTING Aligning technology with your goals. YOUR BUSINESS IS UNIQUE. YOUR IT PARTNER SHOULD BE TOO. Let TCC be the technology partner you can count on—every step of the way. LET'S CONNECT. IT THAT WORKS. (860) 635-0500 info@computercompany.net Khouloud "Kay" Al Mannai is the CEO and CFO of the Hartford Parking Authority, which manages the city's public parking system. She oversees strategy, finance, operations, gover- nance and capital planning. Since joining HPA in 2024 after a private-sector career in finance, Kevin Barros is president of The Computer Co. Inc., where he oversees strategic planning, operations, cyber- security, compliance, infrastructure, datacenter operations and business development. He started the company as a sole pro- prietor and has led its growth through organic expansion and acquisitions completed in 2017 and 2020, growing the organization to approximately 50 M&A, consulting and advisory work, she has led a major organizational restructuring and modernization effort to strengthen HPA and posi- tion the organization to better serve its stakeholders. Her work focuses on fiscal responsibility, workforce development, compliance and accountability, while strategically advancing capital and infrastructure priorities that support Hartford's economic development and protect community interests and public funds. What's been your biggest profes- sional accomplishment so far in your career? Prior to HPA, I would have pointed to my role supporting an oilfield-ser- vices M&A roll-up financed by a $210 million high-yield bond offering. Most recently, I would point to leading the structuring of the mul- timillion-dollar funding and phasing strategy for the Main-and-Trumbull (MAT) Garage capital improvement plan during a period of constrained city bonding capacity and ongoing challenges in the commercial real estate market. Fun Fact Spent a portion of my childhood as an expat and traveled quite a bit internationally from a young age. employees. What's been your biggest profes- sional accomplishment so far in your career? I am most proud of building a one- person startup into a 50-employee technology company serving organiza- tions throughout the region. I led two successful acquisitions, expanded our cybersecurity and datacenter capabil- ities, and guided the company through both SOC 2 Type 2 and CMMC Level 2 certifi cations. Most importantly, I have built long- term client relationships and helped organizations grow and operate more effectively through technology. How are you involved in the community? I enjoy supporting the local business community through technology edu- cation, cybersecurity awareness and compliance guidance. I participate in industry events, speak on technology and security topics, and work closely with organizations to help them address challenges and reduce risk. I also support members of the local Portuguese community by providing business guidance, mentorship and advice to entrepreneurs and business owners. Kevin Barros Company: The Computer Company Title: President Number of years with current company: 13 Where I live: Cromwell Where I work: Cromwell College: Central Connecticut State University Highest degree: Master's degree in computer networking Age: 39 Khouloud "Kay" Al Mannai Company: Hartford Parking Authority Title: Chief Executive O cer & Chief Financial O cer Number of years with current company: 2 Where I live: Hartford Where I work: Hartford College: Temple University & Yale University Highest degree: MBA candidate, class of 2028, Yale University Age: 34