Benefit

Jen Tooker is a proven leader who has a unique combination of private-sector financial expertise and local government experience. Raised in Dallas, Jen graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Economics and International Studies.  She built a successful 20+ year career in the global reinsurance industry at Gen Re, where she held senior roles in underwriting, marketing, and management in Chicago and London. Jen and her family moved to Westport CT in 2008 where she immediately began her career in public service, with roles on Westport’s Conservation Commission, Board of Education, and Board of Finance before being elected Second Selectwoman and later First Selectwoman. A dedicated community member, Jen has also been active in local nonprofits and education initiatives, with a particular focus on closing the achievement gap. Jen lives in Westport with her husband, Mo Tooker.  They have 3 children, Jack, Riley and Nicole.  

Gaga Murray is a jewelry designer and entrepreneur who founded her jewelry company in 2018. Her designs have gained international recognition and have been featured in leading publications including Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, L’Officiel, Town & Country, Marie Claire, and Glamour. While her brand initially developed a global customer base, Gaga is currently focused on expanding and strengthening its presence within the United States market. Born in Almaty, Kazakhstan, and raised in Dubai, UAE, Gaga’s multicultural background has shaped her creative perspective and appreciation for global design. She later moved to Boston to pursue her undergraduate studies before relocating to Miami, where she lived for eight years with her husband while building her business and creative career. After welcoming their two sons, the family moved to Westport, Connecticut, when their children were ages two and one. In addition to her work as a designer and founder, Gaga is committed to community engagement. While living in Miami, she supported a local shelter serving single mothers and their children. Today, Gaga balances growing her brand with raising her two boys in Connecticut while contributing her perspective as an entrepreneur, creative professional, and globally minded community member.

John Cofini stands as a transformative figure in the construction insurance sector of New York, distinguished by his strategic foresight and over 30 years of experience in navigating the industry’s intricacies. As the Partner and Construction Insurance Practice Leader at Acrisure, John is celebrated for his mastery in formulating all-encompassing risk management solutions and pioneering insurance strategies, empowering contractors, developers, and property owners to significantly lower costs while bolstering their market leadership. His influence is acknowledged through his past leadership as chair of Big I New York and his current role on Sacred Heart University’s Board of Trustees. John’s appointment to the Horizon SHU Board reflects his dedication to driving community progression and spearheading innovative educational initiatives.