A program and town halls celebrating women entrepreneurs Co-chaired by two Connecticut legislators Free event About A virtual program celebrating that "in all ways, there is no ceiling when women entrepreneurs thrive." The event includes town halls and is co-chaired by Rep. Patricia Billie Miller and Deputy House Republican Leader Rosa Rebimbas. Free, but registration is…
Skills for supervisors and managers that go beyond leadership Credit-approved half-day course Admission event About Being an effective supervisor or manager isn't just about leadership. You also need to manage employees' personal issues, build a diverse workforce, address potential challenges, and deliver effective performance messages. This half-day session helps you hone these skills to be…
Guides you through changes to your workplace culture Create an atmosphere of trust, inclusion, and respect Free webinar About If you're feeling burnt out or are getting frustrated with your employees, it may be a sign that you need to change your workplace culture. This webinar takes you through how you can create an atmosphere…
For businesses frustrated by frequent incidences of missed opportunities Assessing what factors may be creating a disconnect with potential clients Free webinar About This webinar is aimed at business owners who are frequently experiencing the frustration of potential clients considering your proposal only to walk away or do business with another company. The session looks…
A panel discussion on Connecticut's changing workforce, the role of equity and equality in providing access to opportunities, and more Part of a series on the state's workforce challenges and opportunities Free webinar About This panel discussion will explore the topics of how a changing workforce impacts our economic future and quality of life, the…
A conversation with the CEO of the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority How the program benefits employers and employees, and common misconceptions Free webinar About This conversation, hosted by the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority and Fairfield County Community Center, discusses how the program provides benefits for employers and employees. The discussion also looks to debunk certain…
Overcoming challenges in communicating with customers Strategies and value-added solutions to increase customer satisfaction Free webinar About There are many potential difficulties that business owners and front line managers face in communicating with customers, including challenges in selling ideas, confrontations with unhappy clients, interactions that take up too much time, or approaches that may be…
An address from Governor Ned Lamont on the outlook for the state of Connecticut Event also includes remarks from CBIA president Chris DiPentima and a Q&A session Admission event About Governor Ned Lamont offers his outlook for the state of Connecticut for 2021. The event will also include an address from CBIA president Chris DiPentima…
Navigating the legal issues regarding hiring, disciplining, and firing employees A discussion of best practices in these areas Free webinar About If your company has grown enough that you need to bring on extra help, you'll have to hire workers and occasionally discipline them, up to and including termination of employment. All of these actions…
A look at the issues surrounding a business transition Coping with intended and unintended events, valuing the business, and more Free for CBIA members and CONNSTEP clients About This webinar focuses on the key elements that affect a business transition and how the tools a company uses can assist with their goals for the future.…
A Pratt and Whitney materials and project engineer is highlighted on a series on women in the STEM field Part of a monthly series featuring honorees from the Women of Innovation awards Free webinar About The Connecticut Technology Council's monthly webinar series highlights the entrepreneurs who have been featured in its Women of Innovation honors.…
A webinar offering insights on how mental health outcomes affect businesses Recognizing distress signs in an employee and initiating a conversation Free webinar About The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful for all workers, and the lingering mental health effects may become apparent in employee performance, morale, and relationships. This webinar offers insights into how mental…
Connecting Connecticut businesses with resources and like-minded entrepreneurs.
