Sylvio Dupuis, Special Assistant to the President at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Each day, we profile one member of our 2012 Influencer Index.

During his distinguished career, Sylvio Dupuis has led some of NH's major institutions and organizations, including serving as mayor of Manchester, CEO of Catholic Medical Center, director of NH's Department of Health and Human Services, and on the boards of Energy North, the NH Charitable Foundation, The Palace Theatre, and the Currier Museum of Art. He is still active behind the scenes and his opinion is sought by those in power. He is interconnected with everyone, has access to everyone, and is very well respected throughout the state, says one leader who nominated him.