Mike Morand, (Reverse) Maoist.

Morand said he hopes to use that capital to "help create a cultural revolution in New Haven and the region that brings us back to our entrepreneurial roots... We need to have wealth creation as a primary goal of our community."

Toward that end, he'd like to see the chamber offer "economic development 101" briefings for local elected officials, as well as lobby for upgrading train service and general improving transportation.