The Network of Executive Women received the Business Community Impact of the Year Award from the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce at their annual meeting and awards of distinction event in January. “On behalf of the incredible women who empower and support one another – beginning with our visionary founder, Phyllis Holt – I am honored and grateful to accept this award on behalf of the Network of Executive Women,” NEW President Danielle Rownin said. NEW was founded in 1979 to address the common interests of businesswomen in the community and help them grow and prosper. From left: MRCC Director Simon McDonald, Milford Mayor Tony Giannattasio, Rownin, state Rep. MJ Shannon and state Sen. James Maroney. Photo by Robert Creigh.