Andy Tanaka Elected to Connecticut Science Center Board
Hartford, CT (April 5, 2024) Andy Tanaka, Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and Treasurer at Wesleyan University, has been elected to the Connecticut Science Center Board of Trustees. A dedicated and passionate professional focused on science education and community involvement, he is poised to bring new ideas and a fresh perspective to the Science Center’s leadership team.
“We are thrilled to welcome Andy to our Board of Trustees,” said Matt Fleury, Connecticut Science Center President and CEO. “His exceptional leadership skills and genuine enthusiasm for STEM education make him a strong addition to the Board. I am confident that Andy’s insights will greatly contribute to the Science Center's continued growth, inspiring families across the state to explore and enjoy science.”
About Andy Tanaka As the Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer, and Treasurer, Andy Tanaka provides leadership for managing Wesleyan University's financial resources and achieving its overall strategic goals.
Prior to joining Wesleyan in 2004 as a major gift officer, Andy worked for the consulting firm Towers Perrin and then as a national account executive at Aetna. He graduated from Wesleyan with a BA in economics and earned his MBA through the executive program at Cornell University. Andy also serves on the boards of the Middlesex YMCA, the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce, and the Community Foundation of Middlesex County.
View the full list of Connecticut Science Center Board Members online at CTScienceCenter.org.
About the Connecticut Science Center: Located in downtown Hartford, the LEED Gold-certified Connecticut Science Center ignites creativity and fosters a love for science through engaging, hands-on interactive experiences—all while maintaining a commitment to environmental sustainability. With more than 165 hands-on exhibits, the Science Center explores a wide range of topics, including space and earth sciences, biology, the Connecticut River watershed, alternative energy, physical sciences, Connecticut’s inventors and innovations, and more.
Highlights include the state’s year-round butterfly habitat, a dedicated children’s gallery, five educational labs, a 200-seat 3D digital theater, a function room, and a gift store. The Science Center hosts events for all ages throughout the year.
As a nonprofit organization, the Connecticut Science Center is committed to enhancing science education across Connecticut and New England, providing enriching learning opportunities for students and adults alike.
For more information, visit CTScienceCenter.org or call (860) SCIENCE.
Media Contact:
Sean Nadeau
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