Ned Bowman to lead CTInnovations
A former Cheshire Town Council member and businessman has been selected by Gov. M. Jodi Rell as chairman of Connecticut Innovations, the state's technology investment arm.
("Ned") Bowman Jr., 48, of Southbury, replaces Elaine Pullen, who resigned from the unpaid position last week after a little more than two years on the job, without explanation. (NHR, by Luther Turmelle)
I think it's pretty cool that Ned got the job. And as a reminder, Ned's spearheading the biodiesel factory in the north end. When it opens, it's expected to be the largest of its kind in, I think, New England.
Tim White
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I'm really surprised that Jodie Rell picked someone with little or no experience with technology. Didn't she learn from the I84 debacle of having an unqualified, politically connected individual in charge of inspections.
It's impossible to understand that she couldn't find a person with the technical and scientific expertise that this job needs. Instead, she picks another politician that contributed $2,500 to her campaign. It certainly send a message that if you make the right contribution, you get special considerations.
She chose a Bowman? They are trying to destroy our town, does she know this?
Didn't he get a state grant for the biofuel?
Does anyone remember how much money they got from the taxpayers for this business?
Looks like he'll help decide who gets state grants. Not a bad investment.
Anon 9:04 More like $4'000. Anon 9:50 Does she care?
The NHR said $2,500, but it could be more.
Now Matt Bowman is going to host an honor Chris Murphy for the DMC fund raising.
Anyone have figures on contributions to Murphy?
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