01. Jason Jakubowski (Connecticut Foodshare)

UpFront with Jason Jakubowski CEO, Connecticut Foodshare From his childhood aspirations of wanting to become a lawyer to now running the largest food bank in Connecticut, Jason shares his story of growing up in New Britain, lessons he's learned from baseball and what makes a great leader. Above all else, we talk about the important work and challenges of solving hunger in Connecticut. UpFront is a monthly podcast that features Connecticut-based top performers in their respective field and how they are making a positive impact in their industry and community. Hosted by Derek Beere from Mason, the show takes a deep dive into how our guests achieved success and more insights into the person. About Jason Jakubowski: Jason Jakubowski is the CEO of Foodshare/Connecticut Food Bank, which makes it the largest non-profit organization serving the needs of Connecticut’s food insecure. Jason also has more than 15 years of experience in public health, public affairs, nonprofit leadership, and community relations. He’s worked with Connecticut based companies such as Hospital for Special Care, Charter Oak State College, has been elected twice to the New Britain City Council, served as City Treasurer, and has taught political science at Central Connecticut State University. He also serves as Chairman of the Board at Leadership Greater Hartford and has board experience with Community Health Resources in Windsor, the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce and was on the transition team for Governor Malloy among other things. www.ctfoodshare.org twitter.com/jayjakubowsk About Mason: www.mason23.com www.twitter.com/mason_inc www.linkedin.com/company/mason-inc