Gov. Ned Lamont was sworn in as the 89th governor of Connecticut on Jan. 9, 2019, and began his second term on Jan. 4, 2023. His background spans public service, entrepreneurship and civic engagement, including experience in local government, state fiscal oversight and private-sector leadership.
Over the past 12 months, Lamont said his administration has focused on affordability, opportunity and fiscal discipline. He cited actions aimed at maintaining long-term budget stability, expanding access to early childhood education, continued investment in workforce development and initiatives to address health care affordability, including efforts to reduce medical debt.
Looking ahead, Lamont said affordability pressures — including housing, energy and health care costs — remain the state’s most significant challenges. He also pointed to opportunities created by Connecticut’s strong fiscal position to make targeted investments in housing, workforce development and key growth sectors such as advanced manufacturing, health care, bioscience, clean energy, defense and technology.
He is running for a third term this fall.
What qualities are most essential for effective leadership today?
Effective leadership requires steady, pragmatic decision-making along with the ability to bring people together and get things done; and a relentless focus on results that improve people’s everyday lives. In a time of uncertainty, I value calm leadership, fiscal responsibility and a willingness to listen, collaborate, adapt and lead with facts and results.
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What do you value most about living or doing business in CT?
Connecticut provides access to a highly educated, highly productive workforce supported by strong schools, world-class higher education and a health care system that keeps employees healthy and on the job.
Combined with Connecticut’s quality of life, which include safe communities, short commutes, access to major markets and a great place to raise a family, businesses get reliability, talent and stability that translate directly into long-term competitiveness.
Hobby or leisure activity: Enjoying Connecticut’s restaurants, state parks, beaches, hiking trails and concerts.