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Jul 08, 2019
Connecticut entrepreneurs Pam Paydos and Sara Allen recently celebrated five years of ownership at Popover Bistro & Bakery in Simsbury. They shared what it was like starting out, how they’ve evolved, and some of the challenges they’ve overcome.
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Jul 05, 2019
“We’re trying to do as many partnerships with locally owned businesses as we can,” says Brewery Legitimus co-founder Christina Sayer.
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Jun 24, 2019
The Pump House in Hartford’s Bushnell Park will be reactivated as a beer garden starting on Friday, June 28. MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price spoke with Hanging Hills Brewing Company co-founder Joe Ploof, Hog River Brewing Company co-founders Ben and Joy Braddock, and Hartford Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Julio Concepción to find out how the idea came to life.
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Jun 19, 2019
Sweet Equations Owner Sade Owoye shares her experience as a Greater Hartford small business owner.
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Jun 19, 2019
Bouvier Insurance President Rob Bouvier spoke with MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price about what makes Hartford “the Insurance Capital of The World,” how the industry is innovating, and how to continue telling our region’s story.
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Jun 14, 2019
Erica Palmer founded Erio Marketing in June 2014. Last summer, she launched the Camp Erio | Marketing Academy, a free three-day camp for middle school girls interested in learning about marketing and business.
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Jun 13, 2019
MetroHartford Alliance President and CEO David Griggs and Chief Business Investment Officer Gene Goddard jetted to the Paris Air Show last week to represent the Hartford Region’s aerospace sector, learn more about world markets, and attract businesses to our state.
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Jun 11, 2019
The MetroHartford Alliance learned more about how the city of Hartford commemorates Juneteenth from Olivia White, Former Executive Director of the Amistad Center for Art and Culture; Andréa Comer, co-chair of the Juneteenth event; and Andréa Hawkins, Board of Trustees President at the Amistad Center.
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Jun 11, 2019
MakerspaceCT Founder Devra Sisitsky is passionate about building and contributing to the growing innovation hub in Hartford. She recently shared some insight with MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price.
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Jun 06, 2019
Kari McLeod, Financial Planner at Pangaro Wealth Management, focuses on helping women plan their financial future. Kari spoke with MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price about her entrepreneurial experience and the importance of mentorship.
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Jun 05, 2019
Parkville Market began construction in September 2018. The 20,000 ft2 facility will be Connecticut’s first public market food hall. MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price toured the grounds and learned more about plans for Parkville Market.
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May 30, 2019
In February 2019, Governor Ned Lamont named Andrew Mais Insurance Commissioner for the state of Connecticut. Mais shares about his role and how the department is helping spread the message that Hartford remains “The Insurance Capital of The World.”
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May 30, 2019
New Park Creative Marketing Director and Founder Carrianne Polo spoke with MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price about her entrepreneurial journey, the importance of mentorship, and why she’s proud to be part of the Hartford community.
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May 29, 2019
The 10th Annual Hartford Rib Off The 10th Annual Hartford Rib Off will take place at Hartford’s Riverside Park June 14 and 15, 2019 with 100% of the event’s proceeds supporting local charities.
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May 23, 2019
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May 21, 2019
Bob Hilborn, Head of North American Operations at Flamingo Ai, spoke with MetroHartford Alliance Content Manger Nan Price about positioning the global artificial intelligence (AI) InsurTech startup in Hartford.
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May 16, 2019
See the latest rankings and business news for the Hartford Region.
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May 15, 2019
MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price spoke with Aureus Analytics CEO & Co-Founder Anurag Shah about how and why the InsurTech startup chose to create a presence in Hartford, CT.
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May 13, 2019
How do local sports events impact Hartford’s economy? In a big way! As MetroHartford Alliance President and CEO David Griggs said, “The annual Travelers Championship professional golf tournament is a major economic and marketing asset for our region.”
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May 09, 2019
MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price recently spoke with KNOX’s new Executive Director Patrick Doyle and Advancement and Marketing Director Clasina Jones to learn more about how KNOX is supporting local business growth and economic development in Greater Hartford.
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