Max Reiss leads all communications for Eversource Energy in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Eversource is New England’s largest utility company, delivering electricity, natural gas and water to more than 4 million customers. His department manages all internal and external communications based out of its Berlin office.
Reiss also serves as chief communications officer during major storm events when customers rely on the company for up-to-date information.
What’s been your biggest professional accomplishment so far in your career?
During my time serving in state government under Gov. Ned Lamont, I crafted and executed the state of Connecticut’s communications strategy for managing the COVID-19 pandemic, including leading campaigns for encouraging both testing and vaccinations. That critical work in public service shaped me personally and professionally and informs my work at Eversource each day.
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Why do you deserve to be a 40 Under Forty?
• Youngest executive at Eversource Energy, a company of 11,000 employees across Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
• Been a prominent voice in Hartford and across Connecticut for more than a decade with career stops as a political journalist and host, and as Gov. Lamont’s director of communications.
• Prioritized bill transparency and education for all customers with a goal of helping them understand their energy usage and what drives their costs on a monthly and annual basis, while providing tips on how to save.
How are you involved in the community?
I serve on the board of the Mandell JCC of Greater Hartford in West Hartford and am active in my synagogue, Congregation Beth Israel, in West Hartford. I also served as a volunteer coach for both the West Hartford Youth Baseball League and West Hartford Girls Softball League.
What do you like to do outside of work?
I love attending activities for my children including coaching my daughter’s softball team and cheering on my son at soccer games. One of my favorite things to do with my family is attend Yard Goats and Yankees games. I also enjoy walking Lil, the family dog, traveling to new destinations and playing golf.
Fun Fact: Born and raised in New York City, I have also lived in Alabama and Missouri.