'Making Life Better': Carlton Highsmith Is A Patch Community Leader

WOODBURY/MIDDLEBURY, CT — Without community leaders, Woodbury, Middlebury and Southbury wouldn’t hum along nearly as smoothly as it does. We’d miss their contributions in big and small ways.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.

This submission comes from Alexis Smith, a Patch reader who nominated Carlton L. Highsmith.

How do you know this community leader?

Board service

What does this community leader do?

Chairs several impactful nonprofit organizations (ConnCAT & ConnCORP)

Why do you believe the community leader should be recognized or honored?

He’s a visionary leader
He’s a courageous leader
He’s a dedicated and committed philanthropist
He gives not only his treasure but his time and talents

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the community hero?

He is extremely focused on making life better for those who are most vulnerable in our community.

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