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www.wbjournal.com August 31, 2015 • Worcester Business Journal 25 >> 40 U N D E R F O R T Y Miller Nguyen Career highlights: Prior to serving Bay State and in light of running a solo pat- ent practice, my most fulfilling position immediately followed the 2007-2008 financial crisis, serving a nonprofit housing counseling agency that saw tremendous success helping millions of families on the brink and restoring sta- bility to faltering communities across the nation. Community involvement: I am a Community Reinvestment Act Officer at Bay State and participate alongside my colleagues in our many community endeavors. In the industry, I serve on several committees, and on my own time, I enjoy offering pro-bono legal counsel to need-based individuals who are referred from nonprofits and through my own channels. Non-relative you admire most: Bruce Marks, CEO, Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America Favorite book: "Pickle-Chiffon Pie," by Jolly Roger Bradfield Hidden talents: Electronic dance musician, painting and animation, exotic cooking, certified master of mix- ology (certified bartender) and aspiring pilot. "By the time I turn 50, I'd like to have accomplished … an around-the-world trip stopping at as many cultural cen- ters as possible." Lucas Miller Vice President, Bay State Savings Bank, Worcester Birthplace: Milwaukee Residence: Worcester High school: Bridgewater-Raritan High School, Bridgewater, N.J. Colleges and degrees earned: Bachelor's degree, Worcester State University; J.D., Suffolk University Law School Career highlights: The creation of the Sustainability Hub is one of the high- lights of my career because it has allowed the company to make a differ- ence in the community and has helped thousands of customers with their ener- gy needs. Additionally, we're able to interact with our customers in a different way and it's making a difference. Community involvement: Recently, I volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in Worcester, Working for Worcester and the Red Sox Foundation in Roxbury. Ultimate career goal: To develop new, simpler and sustainable energy solutions so we can leave a better planet for our children. Non-relative you admire most: Steve Jobs, former Apple CEO, not just because of the products he invented but more importantly because of his passion for simplicity. Simplicity is one of the princi- ples I always try to incorporate in every- thing I do. Favorite book: "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us," by Daniel Pink Hidden talents: I'm a computer geek and I love to use technology to create new things that make people happy or make their life easier (videos, apps, etc.). "By the time I turn 50, I'd like to … be able to beat my son at a round of golf!" Carlos Nouel Director of Alliances and Vendor Strategy, National Grid, Worcester Birthplace: Caracas, Venezuela Residence: Winchester High school: Emil Friedman High School, Venezuela Colleges and degrees earned: Andres Bello Catholic University, Venezuela; MBA, Hult International Business School, Cambridge Career highlights: While my life as an attorney is never dull, being named chair of the Diversity Committee at Bowditch & Dewey has been a significant highlight. It allows me to go beyond lawyering and to contribute to the firm and community in a much larger sense. Community involvement: I believe in Worcester's potential and have a personal interest in helping disadvantaged people access education and jobs. My community engagement focuses on that goal, most notably as a trustee at Quinsigamond Community College and a member of the Worcester Advisory Committee of Bottom Line. Ultimate career goal: To help Worcester reach its full potential ... and also to get rich. Non-relative you admire most: Michael Angelini Favorite book: "The World According To Garp," or anything else by John Irving Hidden talents: Let's just say many people call me the dog whisperer, cat whisperer and baby whisperer. "By the time I turn 50, I'd like to have accomplished … world travel and to have become a legal correspondent for a major TV network." AiVi Nguyen Attorney, Bowditch & Dewey LLP, Worcester Birthplace: McKinney, Texas Residence: Worcester High school: Holy Name Central Catholic, Worcester Colleges and degrees earned: Bachelor's degree, University of Pennsylvania; J.D., Boston College Law School Jason Palitsch Government & Public Affairs Specialist, Veterans Inc., Worcester Birthplace: Worcester Residence: Shrewsbury High school: Shrewsbury High School Colleges and degrees earned: Bachelor's degree, Northeastern University Career highlights: Becoming the young- est person ever elected to the Shrewsbury School Committee, at 22; being the Democratic nominee for state representative in Shrewsbury and Westborough; serving as communica- tions director to State Senator Michael Moore; and working on behalf of veter- ans in need and their families. Community involvement: Shrewsbury School Committee member (2012-2015; vice chair 2014-2015); Shrewsbury Town Meeting member (2009-present); board member of the Shrewsbury Education Foundation and Friends of the Worcester Area Retired and Senior Program (RSVP); Massachusetts Democratic State commit- teeman. Ultimate career goal: To continue to be engaged in public policy while making a difference in people's lives. Non-relative you admire most: Dr. John Collins, former Shrewsbury superintendent of schools and Marine Corps veteran, for living a life devoted to public service. Favorite book: "Townie: A Memoir," by Andre Dubus III Hidden talents: It comes as a surprise to those who don't know me well, because it doesn't happen often, but I'm actually a pretty good cook. "By the time I turn 50, I'd like to have … made a lasting, positive impact on the greater community." Nouel Palitsch (with U.S. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi)