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Big I Connecticut

  • Advocates for independent insurance agencies of all sizes
  • Offers a range of resources providing information on the industry
  • Training opportunities and regular events
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AIA Connecticut

  • The Connecticut chapter of the American Institution of Architects
  • Promotes design excellence and high-quality architecture
  • Offers resources, education opportunities, and networking and social events
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Connecticut Sea Grant

  • Part of a national network advocating for healthy coastal and marine ecosystems
  • Uses research, outreach, and education to accomplish its goals
  • Partners with businesses and others on educational training, conservation, aquaculture, and more
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Connecticut Bureau of Aquaculture

  • Oversees the regulation, development, and coordination of aquatic plant and animal farms in Long Island Sound
  • Manages a program ensuring the sanitation of shellfish harvested in these waters
  • Resources and documents for anyone starting an aquaculture business
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Department of Consumer Protection

  • Issues licenses, registrations, and permits for more than 200 types of jobs and businesses
  • Enforces state and federal regulations and monitors the marketplace for instances of fraud or unsafe products
  • Manages consumer complaints
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CT.Gov | Business

  • CT.Gov | Business, launched in 2020, is the state’s resource site for starting or managing a business in CT
  • This site was created to help you find necessary forms and classify your business correctly
  • Business owners can follow a step-by-step set-up process that creates a tailored checklist for their business from name creation to getting the proper permits, to filing tax forms
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