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ALL Southwest Connecticut Manufacturing Regional Sector Partnership (SWCMP) VIRTUAL Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Thank you for joining the session today. 

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You’re Invited! 

Join Us for the Q1 2026 All Southwest Connecticut Manufacturing RSP Virtual Meeting 

Why Attend? 

Help confirm our priorities for 2026, hear key updates and accomplishments, and connect with leaders shaping the future of manufacturing in Southwest Connecticut.

Who Should Attend? 

All Southwest Manufacturing Executives 

The Regional Sector Partnership (RSP) brings together key stakeholders from across the manufacturing ecosystem to foster collaboration and drive progress. 

•Employers: Manufacturing leaders and business owners who are invested in shaping the future of the industry.

•Government Agencies: Policymakers and government representatives who can offer public policy support and resources.

•Education Providers: Schools, colleges, universities, and training providers that focus on workforce development and career guidance for Manufacturers.

•Community Organizations: Nonprofits and community groups that support individuals entering or advancing within the manufacturing workforce.

What to Expect

Hear from Connecticut’s leading manufacturing support organizations on how they can help your business succeed in 2026. Each partner will provide a brief, high-level overview focused on practical ways manufacturers can engage, followed by time for questions.

Topics will include:

     Workforce solutions, including internships, apprenticeships, and training pipelines

     Certifications and upskilling opportunities (including CMMS)

     Process improvement and operational support

     Business expansion, site selection, and growth strategies

     Curriculum development aligned to employer needs

     Industry networking and collaboration

     How manufacturers can have their voice heard during the legislative session

This session is designed to spark follow-up conversations and connect manufacturers directly to the right resources.

Featured Panelists

Hear directly from Connecticut’s leading manufacturing partners:

     Eileen Candels – Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT)

     Bernice Zampano – CONNSTEP, Inc.

     Melanie Hoben, M.S. – AdvanceCT

     Kate Houlihan, CPC – ManufactureCT

     Daniel Miller – CBIA

Each organization will share how manufacturers can engage with their services in 2026 and where to start.

Questions? 

Contact Denise Weaver at Denise@brbc.org or visit CTMakesIt.org.