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Charter Oak State College offers January Open House events for Online Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Programs
Charter Oak State College offers two virtual Open House events in January. Prospects interested in online Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are encouraged to attend via Zoom.
Latino Endowment Fund at the Hartford Foundation Approves Grants to Support Education, Career Development, Community Engagement and Food Insecurity Programs
“This year’s grant awardees were selected for their demonstrated ability to chip away at barriers to leadership success,” said LEF Steering Committee Chair Yvette Martas. “They aligned with the inequity pillars identified by the members of LEF this year.”
Bradley International Airport to Launch Third Nonstop Route to the Caribbean with Avelo Airlines
The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that Avelo Airlines is launching year-round, nonstop service between Bradley International Airport (BDL) and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ).
Ädelbrook Gives 2024
This holiday season, make an impact in your local community! Our children, individuals, and families are so grateful for your support. Your contributions not only help fund programs and services but deliver joy and happiness to our individuals throughout the year!
Cathedral of St. Joseph Hosts Free Jan. 5 Concert to Celebrate the Epiphany
Enjoy a free concert featuring Dr. Gabriel Löfvall, the Cathedral Schola Cantorum and Brass & String Ensemble
BofA Names COMPASS Youth Collaborative and Fresh Start Pallet Products Inc. as its 2024 Greater Hartford Neighborhood Builders
Bank of America today announced COMPASS Youth Collaborative (COMPASS) and Fresh Start Pallet Products Inc. (Fresh Start) as its 2024 Greater Hartford Neighborhood Builders, recognizing their work to interrupt violence and create economic opportunity.
Wheeler Honors Donors for Their Philanthropy and Leadership
Wheeler recently honored four donors for outstanding support of its mission at the organization’s 14th Annual Hands & Hearts event, held virtually, on December 12.
Saint Francis Hospital Recognized by Healthgrades for Orthopedic Care
Saint Francis Hospital has been recognized for clinical excellence by Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital.
Whittlesey Announces New Managers to Join Growing Leadership Team
Whittlesey, one of New England's largest assurance, advisory, tax, and technology firms, is proud to welcome two new managers, Dale C. Boutot, CPA, and Sarah O’Neill, CPA.
Charter Oak State College offers January Open House events for Online Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Programs
Charter Oak State College offers two virtual Open House events in January. Prospects interested in online Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees are encouraged to attend via Zoom. Learn about the College and its high value, affordable, ONLINE degree programs. All event attendees apply free.
Hartford’s Camp Courant Elects Richard Brown as Board Chair
Hartford’s Camp Courant’s Board of Directors has elected a new leadership slate going into 2025. Richard Brown, managing partner of Five Eight Holdings, LLC and Chief Membership Officer & Director of Coaching at the CT Real Estate Investors Association, has been elected board chair.
Connecticut Launches “GreenGain” Sustainability Program for Small Manufacturers
GreenGain is a year-long pilot program designed to provide training, subject matter expertise, and financial resources to help smaller manufacturing companies in the state integrate energy efficiency, renewable energy, and other technologies and strategies into their operations.
Village Donors Raise Record-Breaking $211K to Aid Women and Girls Affected by Trauma
At The Village for Families & Children’s annual Girl Within fundraiser on Friday, December 6, donors and corporate sponsors raised a record-breaking $211,000 to provide critical support to women and girls in Greater Hartford, who have been affected by trauma and other challenges, through life-changing services at The Village.
Emily Wood from Connecticut Wealth Management Earns Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor Credential
Connecticut Wealth Management (CTWM) is thrilled to announce that Emily Wood, Partner and Chief Client Officer (CCO), successfully earned her Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor (CM&AA®) credential.
Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTMEETINGS) Wins Stella Award for “Northeast’s Best CVB/DMO”
The Stella Awards honor excellence across key industry segments: hotels, convention and conference centers, airlines, cruise lines, DMOs/CVBs and DMCs.
Hinckley Allen Expands in the Midwest with Team of Eleven
Hinckley Allen has strengthened its litigation team with the addition of Ann Hatch, Tracy Beckham Phipps, and Jacqueline Redmond as partners; Mackenzie Arnold, Andrew Tedder, and Micaylee Uhls as associates; Brandon Adair, Alyssa Apollo, and Karen McCormick as paralegals; and two legal administrative assistants.
Black Giving Circle Fund at Hartford Foundation Awards Grants to Support Mental Health of Black Boys and Men
The Beta Iota Boulé Foundation and the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving announced a collaboration to support the mental health of Black boys and men. The Boulé has made an investment of $400,000, with the Foundation matching up to $600,000 to create a $1 million impact.
Kat Kayser-Bricker, Ph.D. Receives Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Visionary Work in Life Sciences
BioCT and Shipman & Goodwin LLP are pleased to announce that Kat Kayser-Bricker, Ph.D. has received the Entrepreneur of the Year Award. This award, established by BioCT and Shipman in 2013, honors the unique accomplishments of entrepreneurs in the Connecticut community who catalyze and transform the industry across the state and beyond.
Attorneys Kathryn E. Boucher and Ashley Tyler Hokanson Join Pullman & Comley
Pullman & Comley, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of attorneys Kate Boucher and Tyler Hokanson to the firm’s Real Estate, Energy, Environmental and Land Use practice.
Forge Your Path with Quest 2025: Applications Now Open!
Leadership Greater Hartford is excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 cohort of Quest, the transformative leadership development program designed to empower individuals ready to expand their personal and professional impact.