Location

Sheraton Hartford South Hotel
100 Capital Boulevard
Rocky Hill, CT 06067

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Join industry leaders and executives from across Connecticut for an engaging morning of insights, strategies, and networking focused on advancing innovation and strengthening corporate culture in manufacturing.

This year’s forum will explore how forward-thinking leadership and technology adoption are driving growth and transformation across the industry.

Powered by CBIZ; presented in collaboration with: Connecticut Office of Manufacturing, Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT), Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA) and ManufactureCT.

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Agenda

8:00 AM Panel

‍Navigating Change: Building a Resilient Manufacturing Culture Explore strategies for leading through change and fostering a resilient, high-performing team culture in the manufacturing sector.

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Moderator

Paul Lavoie, Chief Manufacturing Officer, State of Connecticut

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Panelists

Jeff White, Partner, Robinson + Cole

Molly Kellogg, Chairman, CEO & President, Hubbard-Hall Inc.

Jonathan Ullbrich, CEO, Ullbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.

Marietta Lee, President & CEO, The Lee Company

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9:00 AM Panel

Innovative Technology: Success Stories from Connecticut Manufacturers Hear from industry leaders about their experiences with adopting advanced technologies and the impact on their operations and growth.

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Moderator

Jackie Garofano, Ph.D., Chief Technology Officer, CCAT

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Panelists

Brittany Isherwood, CEO, Burke Aerospace

Nicole Russo, Owner, President & CEO, Microboard

Dave Cremin, President, Straton Industries

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Why Attend?

• Learn how to cultivate a resilient company culture
• Gain strategies for managing change and empowering your workforce
• Explore real-world insights on technology adoption from local industry leaders
• Network with peers and partners shaping the future of manufacturing in Connecticut