Christopher Arnold ’85 was recognized among the “Power 25 Real Estate Players” for 2024 by the Hartford Business Journal. This honor is awarded to real estate developers, brokers, bankers, lawyers, and economic development officials who are having a major impact on the state’s commercial real estate and development scene.
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Lawrence P. Ward ’92
Lawrence P. Ward ’92 was appointed president of the University of Hartford effective July 1, 2024. Prior to joining UHart, Ward served as vice president of learner success and dean of campus life at Babson College in Wellesley, MA.
Mitch Zalko ’07
Mitch Zalko ’07 has been named vice president and chief financial officer at IBM Japan. During his 17 years with IBM, Zalko held numerous positions including director of finance and controller.
Rick Dansereau ’05
Rick Dansereau ’05 was promoted to executive director, Underwriting, at Aetna, a CVS Health Company.
Britany LeBlanc ’05
Britany LeBlanc ’05 has been named chief executive officer of Herbivore Botanicals. LeBlanc most recently served as the chief marketing officer for Supergoop!.
Katie Campbell ’22
Katie Campbell ’22 has started a new position as president and CEO at RedRover, Tappan, NY.
Greg Fedele ’00
Greg Fedele ’00 has been appointed chief executive officer at Brown & Miller Racing Solutions in Charlotte, North Carolina. Prior to this new role, Fedele held the position of senior vice president and chief financial officer at Saab, Inc.
Charlie O’Neill ’08, ’21 MBA
Charlie O’Neill ’08, ’21 MBA has been promoted to managing partner at Energy Resources USA in Thomaston, Connecticut. Prior to his promotion, O’Neill most recently served as the company’s director of project development.
Amy Errett ’79 (CLAS)
Amy Errett ’79 (CLAS), founder and CEO of Madison Reed, recently announced a partnership with UConn athletics, securing naming rights for the courts at Gampel Pavilion in Storrs, CT and the XL Center in Hartford, CT. The collaboration also offers NIL opportunities for UConn athletes, starting with the women’s basketball team. Most notably, Madison Reed is the first female-founded and UConn graduate-founded brand to hold court naming rights at the university.
Mark Tavares ’15 MBA
Mark Tavares ’15 MBA has started a new position as Partner at Aon, London, Greater London, United Kingdom.