Ann Catino 2009

Name: Ann Catino Title: Partner Company: Halloran & Sage, LLP Location: Hartford, Conn. Birthplace: Hartford, Conn. Family: My parents and family are local residents of Broad Brook, Conn. where my mom grew up. College: St. Anselm College, 1982, AB; Syracuse University, Maxwell School, MPA, 1983; University of Kentucky College of Law, JD, 1987. First job unrelated to current field: I worked on a tobacco farm throughout high school and college. On weekends, I was a waitress at a catering service. What do you do now and what are you planning for the future: I am currently the chair of the Environmental and Land Use Practice Group at Halloran & Sage, LLP. I represent private and public sector clients in a variety of real estate development matters, including brownfield sites and environmentally impaired properties, and in transactions involving the contaminated properties. I look forward to continuing to make an impact in the state in its "smart growth" initiatives. Hobbies: Traveling, great food, art, jazz, NY Yankees and UConn Husky Basketball Favorite book: It is always the one I am reading now - Anthony Bourdian's "A Cook's Tour" Favorite movie: "The Sting" Person you most emulate: Hillary Clinton - She is like the energizer bunny. Key to success: A supportive family If you had to choose another vocation what would it be? Rachel Ray on $40 a day!