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www.HartfordBusiness.com March 3, 2014 • Hartford Business Journal BP-9 HBJBUSINESSPROFILES and decision makers with the latest information and best practices. The sessions will feature over 30 regional and state wide experts. The B2B Theater's state of the art technology will feature keynote speakers, interactive performances and demonstrations. It is designed to bring the attendees the most up to date business concepts and highlights. Busi- ness, The Arts and Nonprofit organizations intertwine in this area to support and showcase the Hartford region. A very popular element will be repeated at lunchtime called "Think Tank" This element of the show will give attendees an opportunity to network and share creative ideas with each other. Attendees will be stimulated by new talking points and new questions. This will keep people on the show floor and encourage interaction of sponsors, exhibitors and attendees. Building on the success of the United Way at CTBEX- PO 2012, businesses are offered regional and statewide associations and groups the option to co-locate their annual meetings and functions at the Convention Cen- ter during the show. The co-location of meetings draws a large number of fresh faces to the show, helping to diver- sify the attendees. New in 2014 is the Green Corridor, the world of green business. This informative area will be populated by companies with environmental products and services. Here you can learn more about energy efficiency, green technology, waste management and more. In this area you'll also be able to share your story ideas with the staff of the CT Green Guide and pick up a copy of the most recent issue. A Post CTBEXPO Networking Extravaganza will encourage sponsors, exhibitors and attendees to share what they learned, who they met, and what they plan to do as a result of their CTBEXPO experience. Special Events In addition to educational seminars and exhibits, the 2014 Connecticut Business Expo will include: Business Champions Breakfast — Rec- ognizes the fastest growing privately held companies headquartered in Central Con- necticut that have experienced significant achievements in one or all of the following categories: revenue growth; innovation; workforce development; sustainability. Connecticut Business Connection — A one-stop, free resource center for business development featuring free access to city, state and federal agencies. The BBB Pavilion — A dedicated exhibit area on the show floor representing BBB Accredited Businesses from throughout Connecticut. You can meet the BBB Team at the Pavilion to learn more about becoming a BBB Accred- ited Business. Statewide Networking Extravaganza — One last burst of business building in the CT Convention Center Atrium. Enjoy food, beverages and live music while connecting with hundreds of business leaders from around Connecti- cut at the state's largest networking mixer. June 5, 2014 is sure to be a great day for business. Join us at the Connecticut Business Expo where you will meet and connect with the region's brightest stars! Visit www. ctbexpo.com for details and to register. top left: Connecticut Business Connection is a popular feature for those who want to learn more about doing business with the State. top right: Education Hubs will be open-air this year, with plenty of seating. Bottom left: the SBa presents at the Hispanic Business Center. Bottom middle: attendees and exhibitors interact all day at the Ct Business Expo. Bottom right: the BBB Pavilion is a favorite destination on the show floor. Connecticut Business Expo Address: 15 Lewis Street, Suite 200, Hartford, CT 06103 Phone: 860-236-9998 Ext. 134 Web Site: www.ctbexpo.com Number of Employees: 15 Top Executives: Gail Lebert, Producer; Brian Baum, Event Manager and Sally Rider, General Manager Product or Service: Business Trade Show Year Founded: 2000 ' ' 82% of Expo attendees use trade shows to decide what products and services to buy, therefore 85% of exhibitors use trade shows to introduce new products.