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SUMMARY:Made in Connecticut: 2026 Manufacturing Summit
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut manufacturers are operating in an increasingly complex and fast-changing environment\, driven by economic shifts\, talent challenges\, and emerging technologies. \nWhat does it take to adapt\, innovate\, and lead in this moment? \nJoin us October 1 at the Made in Connecticut: 2026 Manufacturing Summit for a comprehensive look at the forces shaping the industry\, including economic trends\, workforce strategies\, innovation\, and the impact of emerging technologies.\nYou’ll hear from state and national experts on the latest issues and opportunities\, along with insights from manufacturing leaders on how they are adapting operations\, investing in growth\, and building long-term success. \nMarietta Lee\, president and CEO of Westbrook manufacturer The Lee Company\, will discuss leadership\, innovation\, and the critical role manufacturing plays in Connecticut’s economy.\nThe summit features the release of the 2026 Connecticut Manufacturing Report\, offering key data and analysis on the current state of the industry and what lies ahead.  \nRTX Pratt & Whitney’s Pete Bradley and General Dynamics Electric Boat’s Gary Cooper will explore how artificial intelligence is shaping manufacturing’s future\, from process optimization to workforce transformation and competitive advantage. \nWe’ll also celebrate industry excellence with our annual manufacturing awards\, the U.S. Commercial Service’s Connecticut District Export Council’s awards\, and the announcement of the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut. \nThroughout the day\, you’ll have opportunities to connect with peers during dedicated networking breaks and lunch\, while exploring the manufacturing showcase featuring companies and partners from across the state. \nAgenda\n7:30 am | Networking Breakfast & Manufacturing Showcase\n8:30 am | Opening Remarks \n  – Chris DiPentima\, President & CEO\, CBIA \n9:30 am | 2026 Connecticut Manufacturing Report: Results & Insights \n  – Jaclyn Epstein\, COO\, Mica Corporation\n10:15 am | Networking Break \n10:35 am | How AI Is Shaping Manufacturing’s Future \n  – Pete Bradley\, Principal Fellow in Digital Tools & Data Science\, RTX Pratt & Whitney \n  – Gary Cooper\, Director\, Attack Submarine Electrical Engineering & Design\, General Dynamics Electric Boat \n11:10 am | Built to Last: Leadership\, Innovation & the Manufacturing Economy \n  – Bank of America’s Joe Gianni talks with Marietta Lee\, president and CEO of The Lee Company \n12 pm | Networking Lunch \n1 pm | 2026 Connecticut Export Awards \n  – Presented by the Connecticut District Export Council\, U.S. Commercial Service\, and Shipman & Goodwin \n1:20 pm | 2026 Connecticut Manufacturing Awards  \n  – Presented by TD Bank\, CONNSTEP\, and ReadyCT \n1:30 pm | Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut  \n  – Presented by CBIA\, CONNSTEP\, and CliftonLarsonAllen \n2 pm | Manufacturing Showcase & Networking\n2:45 pm | Adjourn 
URL:https://www.ctconventions.com/event/cbia-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Connecticut Convention Center\, 100 Columbus Blvd\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, United States
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SUMMARY:90's Con
DESCRIPTION:Travel back in time with us again to the best decade of movies\, TV and music…the 90s! \nTicket Information:\nFor tickets please click here. \nSocial Media:\nFacebook- @thats4entertainment\nInstagram: @Thats4Ent\nEvent Hashtag: #90sCon \n*All food & beverage consumed must be purchased in the building.*
URL:https://www.ctconventions.com/event/90s-con-2-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut Convention Center\, 100 Columbus Blvd\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Show
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SUMMARY:ACM's Aerospace Alley® Future Workforce Opportunities Fair & Tradeshow
DESCRIPTION:ACM is proud to be one of the largest\, most experienced concentrations of premier aerospace companies in the world – the World’s Aerospace Alley!®. This event brings us together to educate local middle and high school students about the many career opportunities in aerospace manufacturing\, while providing a platform for industry networking\, collaboration\, and showcasing the strength of our region’s aerospace supply chain.  \nDate & Times\nOctober 29\, 2026\nFuture Workforce Opportunities Fair 8 – 11:30am\, Tradeshow 1 – 5pm
URL:https://www.ctconventions.com/event/acms-aerospace-alley-future-workforce-opportunities-fair-tradeshow-2/
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SUMMARY:AYC CT STATES hosted by CTYFC
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nOctober 31 – 8am \nTicket Information\n$45.00 day of event
URL:https://www.ctconventions.com/event/ayc-ct-states-hosted-by-ctyfc/
LOCATION:Connecticut Convention Center\, 100 Columbus Blvd\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, United States
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