Economic Development Newsletter
AUGUST 2025
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CBIA - The Connecticut Economy
Wednesday, September 3rd | 8:30-11:45am | Hartford Marriott
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The Connecticut Economy event brings together influential business and policy leaders to tackle the state’s biggest economic challenges while spotlighting strategies for sustainable growth. Attendees will gain exclusive insights from national experts, new data on competitiveness, and real-world solutions from top executives shaping the future of Connecticut's economy.
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CT Manufacturing Innovation Forum
Tuesday, September 11th | 7:30am-3:30pm | CT Convention Center
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Presented by the Connecticut Manufacturing Innovation Fund, this premier forum convenes industry leaders to tackle key issues like workforce development, supply chain growth, and tech adoption.
It's a high-impact opportunity for manufacturers to explore innovative strategies and shape the future of Connecticut’s manufacturing sector.
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Upcoming Webinars & Workshop
Community Economic Development Fund
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Explore Digital Advertising for Small Business
Thursday, September 11th, 2025 from 1-2pm
Live Webinar | Free | Registration required
Advertising on Facebook and Google can be powerful, cost-effective tools to grow your business—when used strategically. Understanding the differences between the two platforms is key to building an efficient and results-driven marketing plan. Learn the fundamentals including:
- The differences between organic and paid advertising on Facebook and Google.
- How to choose the right platform based on your goals, budget, and resources.
- How to establish your free presence on each platform.
- Why smart targeting can help you make the most of your advertising dollars.
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Understanding the Mechanics of a Loan
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
1-2pm
Live Webinar | Free | Registration required
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Before making a loan request business owners would do well to prepare by understanding how applications are evaluated, and risk is analyzed. Those fundamentals include what lenders call the 5C's of credit. It’s the same scale of risk assessment that a bank’s underwriters use and very similar to how an equity investor would weigh a business opportunity.
Learn the yardsticks that size up you and your company so you’ll know in advance where your business plan and presentation may need reinforcement. And find out about nonprofit, educational and government organizations that provide free business assistance to help you succeed.
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CCAT's SMARTE Series:
Autonomous Mobile Robots in Manufacturing
Wednesday, September 24th| 1-3pm | East Hartford
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Explore how Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are transforming manufacturing operations at this in-person CT SMARTE technology workshop, led by Peer Robotics and CCAT. Discover how AMRs can boost productivity, efficiency, and flexibility on your shop floor.
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RisCassi & Davis P.C. are award winning and nationally recognized trial lawyers who relocated their main office from Hartford to 91 South Main Street. After months of renovations, they are proud to make West Hartford their forever home! | | |
Gold Dumpling opened their second location at 278 Park Road. Their offerings are crafted with premium ingredients and traditional techniques, including their creation of gluten-free dumplings, buns and noodles! | | | | |
Ceara Market opened their third location at 74 Park Road. This Brazilian Butcher Shop and Convenience Store features ribs, oxtail, house made sausage and more! They are known for their quality meats and prices. | | Calling All Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics Businesses | | |
Capital Workforce Partners is happy to announce the 3rd Annual TDL Expo and Career Fair scheduled for October 1st from 9 am to 2 pm at the New Britain Stadium. This event aims to connect industry employers from all over the state with job seekers to hire and inform the general public about what this vital sector offers. Participation in the fair is open to all companies under TDL (Trucking, Rail, Student Transportation, Warehousing, Aviation, Maritime, and more).
Tables are being offered at No Cost for TDL businesses, training providers, and community resources.
Link to Registration for Employers and Job Seekers: CT Transportation, Distribution, & Logisitics Expo & Career Fair - Capital Workforce Partners
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mohamed Chaouki, Senior Partnership Coordinator at Capital Workforce Partners with any questions!
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The CT Business Matchmaker is a high-impact networking event designed to connect businesses with government buyers and prime contractors to strengthen our national/local supply chains and open opportunities of procurement for CT businesses.
One-on-one prescheduled matchmaking meetings are at the heart of the CT Business Matchmaker. Businesses will have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with buyers from federal, state and local agencies as well as prime contractors.
The event will also include a dynamic networking Business Expo featuring key resource providers, lenders, prime contractors and government agencies. In addition to a full day of training sessions facilitated by SBA employees, resource partners and contracting experts.
The SBA is committed to opening the doors of procurement so more businesses can grow and thrive by doing business with the federal government - the world's largest customer who buys all types of products and services.
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West Hartford Center Infrastructure
Project Updates
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Construction in West Hartford Center is in Phase 2 and now prepping for Phase 3 and we’re here to help you stay informed. Whether you're a business owner or a community member, there are plenty of ways to stay connected, navigate changes, and support local businesses. Scan the QR code for the latest updates and helpful resources.
Wondering how to pay for parking while the kiosks are temporarily removed during construction? Provide this to your customers so they can download one of the parking apps on the go!
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Overgrown Shrubbery Obstructs View
A reminder for Business Owners handling property maintenance
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Each year, motor vehicle accidents are attributed to overgrown shrubbery on street corners and intersections. Here is a test to determine if you need to trim back your shrubbery.
Drive up to the white line on the road, located before the stop sign, and look to ensure you can see oncoming traffic and pedestrians without having to roll forward. If you have to roll forward, it's time to get out your hedge clippers.
For the safety of all, it is important that hedges, bushes, trees, or other growth, or any fence, do not obstruct a clear view of drivers (West Hartford Code: Chapter 177-24).
Enforcement of these ordinances is not intended to burden property owners, but instead to raise awareness of the responsibilities of maintaining your property so that West Hartford is a safe and enjoyable community.
West Hartford Zoning Office enforces this ordinance. They can be reached at 860-561-7555.
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