Corporate Sponsors

• Platinum Sponsors
• Platinum Media Partners
• Tocqueville Family Business Partners
• Gold Sponsors
• Silver Sponsors
• Bronze Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Aetna is one of the nation's leading diversified health care benefits companies, serving approximately 36.5 million people with information and resources to help them make better informed decisions about their health care.  Aetna offers a broad range of traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including medical, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, group life and disability plans, and medical management capabilities and health care management services for Medicaid plans.  Aetna’s independent philanthropic arm, the Aetna Foundation, promotes wellness, health, and access to high-quality health care for everyone.  This work is enhanced by the time and commitment of Aetna employees, who have volunteered more than 2.3 million hours since 2003.  Since 1980, Aetna and the Aetna Foundation have contributed $394 million in grants and sponsorships, including $15.6 million in 2010.  For more information, visit www.aetna.com and www.AetnaFoundation.org.

GKN Aerospace Services Structures is the aerospace operation of GKN, plc. It is a global independent first tier supplier of structures, components, assemblies, and engineering services to aircraft and aero engine manufacturers. It possesses expertise in all specialist manufacturing and design processes in addition to supply chain and logistics capability. With this unparalleled expertise, it offers to its customers optimum solutions, unbound by limits of capabilities, making GKN Aerospace a preferred partner to the major primes. It has 21 centres of manufacturing excellence in Europe, the Americas, and Australasia. The integrated engineering arm of GKN Aerospace, Engineering Services, employes almost 1,000 aerospace engineers throughout this area. Visit their site: www.aerospace.gknplc.com.

Established in 1955 in Middletown, Jarvis Products Corporation’s meat machinery division has become one of the world's largest manufacturers of meat and poultry processing equipment.  Starting with a hand-held air dehider, the company now sells and services more than 100 separate tools that are essential for performing most slaughterhouse procedures.  Industry wide, Jarvis equipment is noted for their high quality standards, durability and long service life.  Besides its Middletown operation, Jarvis has a large field office in Omaha, Nebraska, wholly owned subsidiaries in fifteen countries, and maintains a worldwide network of 26 distributors.  Currently, the company is expanding its operations in China, India, Russia, and Southeast Asia.  For more information about Jarvis Products Corporation, please visit www.jarvisproducts.com.

The Connecticut Light and Power Company (CL&P) has been part of everyday life in Connecticut for more than 100 years, providing safe and reliable electric service to homes, neighborhoods and businesses. With 1.2 million customers in 149 cities and towns, CL&P is improving the environments you live in, by offering programs in energy conservation, economic development and environmental stewardship. CL&P is a Northeast Utilities company (NYSE: NU). For more information, please visit www..cl-p.com, like us on Facebook at facebook.com/CTLightandPower and  follow us on Twitter @CTLightandPower.

Yankee Gas is Connecticut's largest natural gas distribution company, delivering clean, efficient, safe and reliable natural gas to more than 205,000 customers in 71 cities and towns. Yankee Gas is a Northeast Utilities company (NYSE: NU). For more information, please visit www.yankeegas.com.

Platinum Media Partners

Comcast Corporation is one of the nation's leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services. Comcast is principally involved in the operation of cable systems through Comcast Cable and in the development, production and distribution of entertainment, news, sports and other content for global audiences through NBCUniversal. Comcast Cable is one of the nation's largest video, high-speed Internet and phone providers to residential and business customers. Comcast is committed to giving back to and improving the quality of life in the communities where their customers and employees live and work.  Comcast partners with local organizations, with a focus on volunteerism, literacy and youth leadership development, and works to positively impact each community they serve while using their resources to bring visibility to important local issues. Visit their site: www.comcast.com.

The Middletown Press is a Journal Register Company publication, a leader in local news and informtion in ten states. The company's more than 350 multi-platform products reach an audience of 21 million Americans each month. The Middletown Press is a daily publication serving Middletown and the surrounding communities. It is part of the CT Central Network and Foothills Media Group. Visit their site: www.middletownpress.com.

Tocqueville Family Business Partners

Connecticut Lighting Centers doesn't sell just great lighting, we sell solutions.  Since 1972, our business has been built on quality, integrity and a focused drive to satisfy every customer’s needs.  We have a commitment to offer high quality merchandise at competitive prices and serve our customers with impeccable professionalism.  Visit our lighting showrooms in Hartford and Southington to see the largest display of lighting fixtures, lamps, fans and home accents in New England. Talk with our lighting experts and discover how we can help design solutions for your home.  Visit our site: www.ctlighting.com.

Founded in 1922, the main goal of McCutcheon Burr & Sons is to offer sound insurance coverage to the hard-working people of the community. They offer the services of several insurance companies and follow very strict criteria when choosing the companies they represent, and constantly monitor their performance to ensure the best possible service. Thousands of businesses and individuals have placed years of confidence in their ability to structure secure insurance programs around their every-changing needs. As an active member of the greater Middletown area for four generations, McCutcheon Burr & Sons has continuously provided successful security and risk management options. Community involvement extends beyond the doors of the agency. United Way, Middlesex Hospital, YMCA, and St. Vincent dePaul Place's Soup Kitchen are a few of the community projects that are supported. Harry Burr, Chairman, is a recipient of the 2000 Good Citizen Award, and an honorary director on the Board of Middlesex United Way. Colin E. Burr, President, is the fourth generation of family leadership at McCutcheon Burr & Sons. Visit their site: www.mcburr.com.

Gold Sponsors

Advanced Copy Technologies has been providing award-winning office equipment and document management services to our clients in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts since 1974. We recently received our third consecutive J.D. Power and Associates certification for providing "An Outstanding Customer Experience" and are one of only three dealers in America to receive this prestigious honor three times. Advanced Copy Technologies is committed to providing only the highest quality document management services available today. We select only the finest providers of state-of-the-art document processing equipment such as Lanier, Kyocera, RISO, and Xerox. We have the largest selection of digital multifunctional devices and leading edge software in our market to configure a comprehensive solution to meet your exact needs. In 1986 Advanced Copy won the coveted "Kyocera New Dealer of the Year Award." In 1991 we received our first "Gold Medallion Service Excellence Award," and have won the award every year since! In 2005 we moved into our new location in Cromwell to better serve the needs of our clients. We welcome you to stop by at any time for a visit and tour of our facilities. Today, Advanced Copy is the preferred Document Management Solutions partner to literally thousands of business and government clients throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts. Advanced Copy Technologies is very proud to be partnering with the Middlesex United Way campaign.  ACT will donate 3% of Lanier equipment sold to any Middlesex County Business to the Middlesex United Way. This is your invitation to LIVE UNITED!! Visit their site: www.advancedcopy.com.

With over 75 years of combined experience KGS Insurance Services, LLC knows how to save you money on Health, Life Insurance and much more. Our top priority is to develop professional personal relationships with our clients, allowing us to grow with you. Our “Caring Through Action” approach means we care about you, your employees and your bottom line. It’s what makes us the perfect fit for your business. Visit their site at www.kgsinsurance.com.

Silver Sponsors

First Niagara, through its wholly owned subsidiary, First Niagara Bank, N.A., is a multi-state community-oriented bank that currently has $31 billion in assets, $19 billion in deposits, 346 branches and 5,000 employees providing financial services to individuals, families and businesses across Upstate New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Strong communities are places where all people have opportunities to learn, grow and achieve their dreams. First Niagara's philanthropic mission is to support and empower not-for-profit organizations with financial backing, employee volunteers and board representation. We believe it's our responsibility to give our resources, expertise, and helping hands to the communities where we do business. Visit their site: www.fnfg.com.

Liberty Bank is a Connecticut-based mutual bank with a passion for providing customers with best-in-class products, services, and rates. Chartered in 1825, it has grown with the state, and currently serves more than 190,000 individuals and business customers. As a full-service financial institution, Liberty offers consumer and commercial banking, home mortgages, insurance, and investment services. Rated outstanding by federal regulators on its community reinvestment efforts, Liberty maintains a longstanding commitment to superior personal service and unparalleled community involvement. Visit their site: www.liberty-bank.com.

Since 1986, PrimePay has been servicing the payroll industry with a strong commitment to client services. Their service model leverages a personalized approach where a single payroll specialist is assigned to specific client accounts. In addition to knowing the details of payroll processing and tax filing, their specialists truly get to know their clients' businesses as well as their changing payroll requirements over time. In a highly competitive industry, our dedicated client service model has been our key to success. PrimePay is a nationally recognized company with more than thirty offices located across the United States. Payroll processing and tax handling are currently performed in localized Operations Centers, servicing thousands of businesses and generating millions of payroll checks each year. Their systems and technologies enable them to handle payroll and related business services in all fifty states. Visit their site: www.primepay.com.

Tower Laboratories is the premier effervescent product manufacturer in the United States. They develop and produce high-quality products for the contract manufacturing and private label markets. Tower Labs specializes in the application of effervescence as a product delivery system. They develop and manufacture over-the-counter medications, prescription pharmaceuticals, personal care, beverage, and household products. Their product line includes denture cleanser tablets, antacids, cold medications, laxatives, potassium supplements, instant soft drinks tablets, and bath tablets. With more than 150,000 square feet of manufacturing space, Tower Labs' plant is outfitted with state-of-the-art computerized development, analysis, and processing equipment. At all levels of development and production, they guarantee product purity, consistency, uniformity, and effectiveness. With their comprehensive research, analysis, development, and manufacturing capabilities, they can help you improve quality, productivity, delivery time, and competitiveness. Visit their site: www.towerlabs.com.

Webster Financial Corporation is the holding company for Webster Bank, National Association. With $18 billion in assets, Webster provides business and consumer banking, mortgage, financial planning, trust and investment services through 171 banking offices, 485 ATMs, telephone banking, mobile banking, and the Internet. Webster Bank owns the asset based lending firm Webster Business Credit Corporation; the equipment finance firm Webster Capital Finance Corporation; and provides health savings account trustee and administrative services through HSA Bank, a division of Webster Bank. Member FDIC and equal housing lender. For more information about Webster, including past press releases and the latest annual report, visit the Webster website at www.websterbank.com.

Bronze Sponsors

As a locally owned employment agency with over 40 years experience, A.R. Mazzotta Employment Specialists delivers personalized temporary staffing and recruiting services.  From clerical to executive management, from light industrial to technical employment, A.R. Mazzotta produces quality strategic workforce solutions to reach production and employment goals for local companies. A.R. Mazzotta is committed to contributing to the social and economic well-being of our local communities.  Visit www.armazzotta.com.

Attention To Detail (ATD) located in downtown Middletown is the place for all your aftermarket automotive needs. ATD is a family owned and operated company servicing Connecticut and Western Mass since 1987. Our goal at ATD is to make sure our products are always professionally installed and delivered to our customers on time. We are now partnered with the Wireless Zone franchise and have two locations for all your wireless needs. Backed by the power of Americas largest 4G network Wireless Zone of Middletown and East Hampton is the place for everything wireless. Visit their site: www.atd1.com.

In times of uncertainty it is good to know that there is still a safe financial harbor close to home. For generations, Essex Savings Bank continues to provide quality personal, business, trust and investment services with a commitment to long term relationships. Our capital far exceeds regulatory requirements. As a local mutual savings bank, we recycle 10% of our after-tax net income back into our community to over 200 non-profits to help make our area a better place to live. We invite you to join us for the long haul. Visit their site: www.essexsavings.com.

Financial Benefits Unlimited, LLC helps you simplify the complexity of managing your wealth, so that you have more quality time for your family, hobbies and most important your dreams.  We organize your assets, asset allocation strategy, and insurances along with your financial and estate plans to help simplify and consolidate every aspect of your financial wellness. Visit their site: www.fbuct.com.

Founded in 1936 as a sole proprietorship, Konowitz, Kahn & Company, P.C. has grown into a leading provider of the highest quality, partner-managed professional accounting, audit, tax services, and management consulting services to clients in the middle market. With state-of-the-art technology and an experienced staff of nearly 40, the firm serves closely held mid-market businesses in diverse industries locally and globally out of offices in North Haven and Middlebury.  Visit their site: www.konowitzkahn.com.

State Farm insures more cars and homes than any other insurer in the U.S., is the leading insurer of watercraft and is also a leading insurer in Canada. State Farm's 17,700 agents and 68,600 employees serve 81 million policies and accounts - more than 78.7 million auto, fire, life, and health policies in the United States and Canada, and more than 1.9 million bank accounts. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent company of State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 31 on the Fortune 500 list of largest companies. Visit their site: www.calebcarney.com.

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