Click here to return to the honoree page<\/a><\/p>\nIn what ways are you involved in the community?<\/p>\n
I actively engage with students, business leaders and the broader Connecticut community to promote entrepreneurship and clean technology. From mentoring students at UConn, Amity High School (where I attended) and Ansonia High, to speaking at industry events and partnering with our customers to implement real-world energy solutions, I am proud to help advance innovation and sustainability across the state.<\/p>\n
I am also involved in the Tommy Fund, supporting children and families facing pediatric cancer.<\/p>\n
On the Job<\/p>\n
Guiding business principle: Aim for No. 1 in any market \u2014 growth and profitability come from strong business models, not just products.<\/p>\n
Best way to keep your competitive edge: Relentless innovation, disciplined fitness, sharp thinking in shifting markets \u2014 always ahead, stay paranoid, never complacent.<\/p>\n
Best business decision: Building the Budderfly model from scratch in a new market \u2014 ignoring the status quo.<\/p>\n
Worst business decision: Chasing disruptive models within a traditional framework too late.<\/p>\n
Biggest missed opportunity: Timing of being acquired in a previous venture.<\/p>\n
Goal yet to be achieved: Creating new disruptive models to directly improve life for the masses.<\/p>\n
Personal touch in your office: Dogs welcome, open door for any conversation.<\/p>\n
Personal Side<\/p>\n
Residence: Orange<\/p>\n
Favorite way to relax: Research and learn about technology regarding boats, snowmobiles, motorcycles and going to Yankees games.<\/p>\n
Hobbies: Watching and making movies, working out, motorcycles, snowmobiles, ATVs, jet skis, boats, kayaking and family time.<\/p>\n
Last vacation: Florida Keys<\/p>\n
Favorite movie: \u201cLove of the Game\u201d<\/p>\n
The car you drive: Audi e-tron EV<\/p>\n
Currently reading: \u201cTable for 5: A Father\u2019s Story of Life, Love and Loss,\u201d by Ted Yang<\/p>\n
Favorite cause: Cure for cancer, reverse human aging<\/p>\n
Second choice career: Fitness instructor, building a business in other markets, professor<\/p>\n
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