CBIA BizCast

CBIA president and CEO Chris DiPentima chats with Gov. Ned Lamont during the Jan. 22 Economic Summit + Outlook about his agenda for the 2021 legislative session, including workforce development, transportation infrastructure, and his rejection of broad-based tax hikes. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut president and CEO Paula Gilberto. Gilberto discusses how United Way engages with the Connecticut business community, and why collaboration between the private sector and nonprofit community is critical to rebuilding our state post-pandemic. Find your local United Way and learn how to get involved at https://www.unitedway.org/find-your-united-way/#. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with CBIA’s Government Affairs team about lobbying in a virtual session, what key issues they are advocating, and how the Rebuilding Connecticut campaign defines CBIA’s 2021 policy priorities. Featured in the episode are vice president of government affairs Eric Gjede, associate counsel John Blair, assistant counsel Wyatt Bosworth, and government affairs associate Ashley Zane. Find out more about the Government Affairs team: https://www.cbia.com/resources/issues-policies/contacts/government-affairs-team/ Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast host Shannon King catches up with Jonal Laboratories president Marc Nemeth about the aerospace manufacturer's outlook for 2021. Nemeth shares how he navigated 2020, discusses the opportunities he’s exploring for 2021, and why it’s imperative for businesses to stay bold in their long-term strategy, despite uncertain times. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact shannon.king@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast host Shannon King interviews Union Productions founder and executive producer Dustin Schultz about how small businesses can amplify their voices to employees and customers alike during challenging times. Schultz discusses his success and struggles as a young entrepreneur in Connecticut, and why video is more powerful than ever for connection and communication. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact shannon.king@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with AT&T New England president John Emra about 5G technology deployment and capabilities in Connecticut. Emra discusses why 5G is important to consumers, businesses, and Connecticut’s economy, and how improved connectivity drives innovation. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com.

BizCast talks with Atlas Stamping and Manufacturing CEO Susan White about the dynamic role women play in manufacturing. White also discusses how the Newington manufacturer adapted its business strategy during the pandemic and how the state can partner with the private sector to rebuild from the impacts of COVID-19 economic disruption. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com.

BizCast talks with Arvinas CEO John Houston about their leadership in targeted protein degradation, a new way to treat diseases and cancers. Houston also discusses why the quality of workforce talent and quality of life in Connecticut have boosted the growth of the bioscience and pharmaceutical industry in the state. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com.

BizCast talks 2020 state and national election results with Sacred Heart University's Gary Rose and Southern Connecticut State University's Johnathan Wharton. Rose and Wharton discuss the impact the presidential race had on down-ballot races across Connecticut, and what important policy issues a new and slightly bluer General Assembly will take up during the 2021 legislative session. Find more election results here: https://www.cbia.com/resource/category/election-center/ Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com.

Manufacturing leaders spoke at the Oct. 23 Made in Connecticut summit about the challenges faced by the sector and the role manufacturers will play as businesses lead the state’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Moderated by IT Direct president and CEO Ari Santiago, the speakers also reviewed the 2020 Connecticut Manufacturing Report, exploring the outlook for the next 12 months, growth factors, key initiatives, hiring and investment trends, and the impact of state and federal policies. Santiago is joined by HABCO Industries president and CEO Brian Montanari; Robert Noack, Senior Director, Worldwide Research and Development, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pfizer; Rina Patel, Vice President, Operations Multi-Site, RSCC Wire & Cable LLC; and Stanley Black & Decker's Graham Robinson, the president of Stanley Industrial. The 2020 Connecticut Manufacturing Report was made possible through the support of Stanley Black & Decker: https://www.cbia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/CT-Mfg-Report_20-2.pdf See additional past event highlights: https://www.cbia.com/events/2020-manufacturing-summit/ Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com.