Michael Harris runs the Economic Development Corporation of New Haven, which invests in economic activity that improves the financial wellbeing of New Haven area residents. EDC New Haven builds public-private partnerships for new economic assets, ranging from incubator labs, makerspaces, and kitchens to workforce development programs for manufacturing, software, biotech, and trade skills. Drawing from economic development experience in local and statewide government, Michael believes that the public sector has an important role investing in the future of our shared economy. He has been recognized as IEDC's Young Economic Development Professional of the Year and in DCI's 40 Under 40 in Economic Development and CT Magazine's 40 Under 40.