For over 30 years, Leadership Eastern CT has prepared future community leaders to assume positions of responsibility and take on challenges in the region. With the world upended in March 2020, the adaptable, determined, and creative rising professionals in the…
Cate Hewitt and Gregory Stroud of the CT Examiner interviewed Mystic Aquarium President and CEO Stephen Coan in early August, covering topics from its scientific research to its outreach to at-risk youth. The breadth of the institution’s work and responsibilities…
Back to school or just getting ready for fall, Tax Free Week in Connecticut gives families savings and businesses a boost. Most clothing and footwear items under $100 are exempt from state sales tax. Stock up since the $100 cap…
Guest Blog: ConnectiCare As more Connecticut residents get fully vaccinated against COVID-19, people can start getting back to pre-pandemic normalcy and enjoying the things they’ve been missing out on since the pandemic began, including ballparks, time with family, birthday parties…
Guest Blog: Tommy Vorio, Certified Financial Services Retaining your company’s key employees is one of the most important steps toward your business’ success. Key employees can reduce your workload, noticeably improve company performance and operations, and act as the backbone…
Leadership Eastern CT has it right in the name. For more than 30 years, the focus has been on our region—one that encompasses the largest submarine base and manufacturer in the U.S., major tourism draws like the casinos and aquarium,…
While we have seen each other over the past year, it was primarily in a three-inch box on a Zoom screen. Business continued on this platform and creative approaches to networking helped keep us connected, but it just wasn’t the…
Guest Blog: Wild Birds Unlimited If you enjoy feeding and watching your backyard birds, then you probably want to do as much as you can to practice your hobby safely and ensure the birds’ overall health and well-being. While the…
Agricultural fairs are a highlight of summer and the cattle, sheep, goats, rabbits and chickens are back in the barns. Exhibition halls showcase the best of local crafters, bakers, and artisans. Rides on the midway, fair food, contests, live music,…
Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare Your eyes are an important, but often overlooked, part of your overall health. Learn what you can do to help protect your vision. Eye care experts recommend a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years, depending…