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John Santanella
Profile
John Santanella is an American politician and entrepreneur serving as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives for the 58th district since 2025. Prior to his election to the state legislature, he served on the Enfield Town Council starting in 2021, where he held the position of Deputy Mayor and authored the town's first resolution recognizing Pride Month. A graduate of Boston College, Santanella previously held executive roles at Hasbro and Nickelodeon and founded the Roebuck Investment Corporation. His professional background includes extensive experience in global brand management, marketing, and small-business development.
Details
- Born
- May 1, 1967 · 59 years old
- Education
- Boston College (Bachelor’s in Political Science, Master’s in Business Administration)
- Career
- Corporate executive at Hasbro and Nickelodeon, small business owner, adjunct professor at Bryant University
