2021 The Big Connect Attendee Registration

ON-LINE: WED. NOV. 17
ALL DAY

IN PERSON: THU. NOV. 18
Event Hours: 7 A.M. - 4 P.M.  |  Show Floor Hours 9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
 

Keynote Speaker: "Finding Your Groove In a New ERA - Workforce Development & Economic Development Strategies that Work!"
Michael Jai White, Founder and President, Jaigantic Studios
Michael Jai White, whose work as an actor, director and writer includes “Arrow,” “The Dark Knight,” “Spawn” and “Mortal Kombat: Legacy,” announced the launch of Jaigantic Studios, which will be Connecticut’s first mini-major studio, Jaigantic Studios.
 
The New Haven facility will house several soundstages, production offices, post-production and support facilities and motion capture stages, which will feature 360-degree virtual production volumes. White’s venture aims to solidify New Haven as a primary entertainment market by combining Connecticut’s favorable film and TV tax incentives with the tri-state area’s talent pool, innovative technology and turnkey production facilities.
 
"5th Annual Nonprofit Stars Align" Awards Breakfast
Join us early for the Chamber's Nonprofit Resource Council will honor 4 individuals or organizations who have made impressive impacts on the region.
 
GOOGLE presents:
"Make Your Website Work for You" with Sixcia Devine

Now more than ever, Americans need digital skills to land the jobs they want, advance their careers, and grow their businesses. Grow with Google aims to help by providing free training, tools and expertise.
Grow with Google believes that technology has the power to unlock new opportunities for growth. When those opportunities are available to everyone, communities across the country can achieve their full potential.
 


Leading in The New Era  
A guide for increasing leadership and organizational clarity
The pandemic has been a true test of leadership and organizational clarity across industries and around the world.
 
Presenter: David A. O’Brien, WorkChoice Solutions, LLC
David O’Brien is President of WorkChoice Solutions, a trusted provider of leadership training, coaching and consulting services that was founded in 2000. His first book, The Navigator’s Handbook, 101 Leadership Lessons for Work & Life was released in 2010. David’s second book, The Navigator’s Compass, 101 Steps Toward Leadership Excellence had a nationwide release in 2016. Additionally, his articles have appeared in a wide range of publications.   
 
Women's Power Panel: "Avoiding the Impostor Syndrome"
 
How to Start Cannabusiness: Understanding the New Law/Timelines, Regulations, Application/ Licensing Process"  
 
"Redefining Collaborations & Resources"
 
"Financial Literacy for Small Business Owners"
 
“Entrepreneurship” with Olivier Kpognon
 
"Networking in An Authentic Way"
 
AND MORE!