David Glidden Elected as Connecticut Science Center Board Chair

By The Connecticut Science Center

At its Annual Meeting, the Connecticut Science Center Board of Trustees elected David W. Glidden, President & CEO of Liberty Bank and a long-time supporter of the Science Center, as Chair of the Board of Trustees. Glidden succeeds outgoing Chair Len Wolman and will lead the Board as the Science Center continues to inspire lifelong learning through hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math experiences. Joining Glidden in leadership roles, Diane Kurtzman, Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer at Travelers and Brian Evanko, President & CEO of Cigna Healthcare will serve as Vice Chairs.

Glidden joined the Science Center's Board of Trustees in 2019 and most recently served as Vice Chair (2024-2025). In his new role as Board Chair, he will work closely with Science Center leadership to support strategic priorities, strengthen community partnerships, and expand the organization's impact across Connecticut and beyond.

"David Glidden brings thoughtful leadership, deep community commitment, and a strong belief in the power of science education to transform lives," said Matt Fleury, President & CEO of the Connecticut Science Center. "He has been an engaged, steady, and forward-looking leader during his time on our Board, and we're excited to partner with him as Board Chair. His experience and vision will be instrumental as we continue to grow the Science Center's reach, strengthen our programs, and inspire curiosity in learners of all ages."

"Since 2009, the Connecticut Science Center has earned the elite reputation for being a downtown destination hub for scientific discovery for families, students of all ages and other visitors not only from Connecticut but across the region," said David Glidden. "The Connecticut Science Center aligns with Liberty Bank's mission to improve the lives of our customers, teammates and communities for generations to come - and it has created a strong community partnership between us. I'm honored to serve as the Science Center's next Board Chair and I want to personally thank Len Wolman for his leadership over the years."

About David Glidden

David W. Glidden has served as CEO & President of Liberty Bank since March 2019, bringing more than 30 years of banking leadership experience. Prior to Liberty Bank, he was Regional President at TD Bank for Northern New England and Upstate New York, overseeing a broad portfolio that included retail, commercial, wealth management, and specialty banking operations. An active industry and community leader, Glidden serves on numerous boards and associations and is a longtime advocate for charitable causes. He was recently honored with the American Cancer Society's highest national volunteer recognition, the St. George's Award for Lifetime Achievement.

At the Annual Meeting, the Board also welcomed a new class of trustees and renewed terms for returning members-strengthening the Science Center's leadership with expertise spanning education, engineering, finance, manufacturing, and innovation.

New trustees elected to the Board of Trustees include:

• Tokunbo Akinbajo | Corporate Secretary, MassMutual

• Mark Auletta | Chief People Officer, Bauer

• Craig Bond | President & CEO, The Abbott Ball Company | Founder & CEO, CCR Products, LLC

• Megan Carannante | Member, Pullman & Comley

• Jim Fritz | Senior Vice President, Federal and Strategic Program Development, SRI

• David Kametz | Vice President of Engineering, Sperry Rail

• Dr. O. John Maduko | Interim Chancellor, Connecticut State Colleges and Universities

• Bruce Mandell | President & CEO, Data-Mail, Inc., Chair, Hartford Athletic

• Dan O'Shea | Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, KKR

• Don Scacco | Vice President, Eversource Energy

• Haran Vela | Executive Vice President, Engineering, Otis

Trustees re-elected for an additional term include:

• Kate Deurloo | Global Senior Manager, LEGO Group

• Jerry Fan | Vice President, Burns & McDonnell

• Rhona Free | President, University of St. Joseph

• Martin John | Senior Vice President, Head of FP&A, HSB

• Michael Kalen | Past CEO, Covr Financial Technologies

• Cynthia Vodopivec | Vice President Environmental Health & Safety, Vistra Energy

• Maggie Libatique | Finance Executive, Glastonbury

• Sarah Treese | Tax Partner, PwC

For a full list of Connecticut Science Center Board of Trustees, visit https://ctsciencecenter.org/board-trustees.

About the Connecticut Science Center

Located in downtown Hartford, the LEED Gold-certified Connecticut Science Center ignites creativity and fosters a love for science through engaging, hands-on interactive experiences-all while maintaining a commitment to environmental sustainability. With more than 165 hands-on exhibits, the Science Center explores a wide range of topics, including space and earth sciences, biology, the Connecticut River watershed, alternative energy, physical sciences, Connecticut's inventors and innovations, and more.

Highlights include the state's only year-round butterfly habitat, a dedicated children's gallery, five educational labs, a 200-seat 3D digital theater, a function room, and a gift store. The Science Center hosts events for all ages throughout the year.

As a nonprofit organization, the Connecticut Science Center is committed to enhancing science education across Connecticut and New England, providing enriching learning opportunities for students and adults alike.

For more information, visit CTScienceCenter.org or call (860) SCIENCE.