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www.HartfordBusiness.com June 20, 2016 • Hartford Business Journal 19 1. Sponsors of the 2016 CT Business Expo gather in the Marketing Hub to cut the ribbon to open the show. 2. Pro Systems was the sponsor of the Sales Hub, which featured sessions such as 'Inspire Yourself to Success' and 'Networking & Prospecting to the MAX!' 3. Commissioner Catherine Smith holds up the latest edition of Doing Business in Connecticut Magazine while speaking at the Commissioner's Reception hosted by the Connecticut Economic Resource Center (CERC). 4. The Cox Business Team prepares for a full day of networking at the Expo. 5. The Better Business Bureau Pavilion featured a football theme to help attendees strengthen their 'Business Game Plan.' 6. Duane Cashin presents "Looking at the Sale Through the Eyes of Your Buyer" in the Sales Education Hub. 7. The registration area was sponsored by the VEDC Tri-State Business Opportunity Fund. 8. Robert Santy, president & CEO of the Connecticut Economic Resource Center welcomes attendees to the Commissioner's Reception. 9. Jimmy Koplik, LIVE NATION and Mike Lapitino, WPLR present a session on 'The Business of Live Music.' 10. Brian Ferney, Director of Marketing, Comcast Western New England Region, introduced sessions throughout the day at the XFINITY Technology Hub. 11. Kim Thompson,Group Client Director, MediaVest, speaks on a panel discussion about 'Leveraging Online & Social Media to Make Your Business Grow & Thrive!' 12. Comcast Business presents a check to one of the winners of their "Innovations 4 Entrepreneurs" contest, Tucci Polo Inc., at a special luncheon held in the Sales Hub. 13. Rider Events and Travel Partners was a Supporting Partner of the show and an exhibitor. 14. Presenting sponsor Comcast Business provided IP voice demos, a lounge and a charging station in the center of the show floor. 15. Gold sponsor ConnectiCare hosted the Health and Wellness Corridor and answered questions and needs regarding health insurance. 16. David Benoit, Wearsafe Labs, center, speaks on a panel discussion at the Comcast Business "Innovations 4 Entrepreneurs" Luncheon. Other members of the panel included Anthony Price, LootScout (at left) and Kate Emery, reSET. 17. Gold Sponsor CTrides was the Trending Now Hub sponsor and had an informational booth featuring information and resources for CT commuters. 18. Pita Communications hosted 'Pita in the Pocket' in the lobby. 19. At the end of the day, attendees, sponsors and exhibitors relaxed and enjoyed food, drink and music at the networking extravaganza hosted by the Connecticut Convention Center. THANK YOU to our sponsors, partners and everyone who joined us for the 2016 Connecticut Business Expo! We look forward to seeing you all again next year! 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Reserve Your Early Bird Discount Booth Space NOW for June 8, 2017! Reserve Prior to Dec. 31st, 2016 and Save! Contact: Jessica Baker at 860-236-9998 x122 or email jbaker@HartfordBusiness.com Photos by: More photos available online! View, share on social media and purchase downloads & prints at HartfordBusiness.com/eventphotos View & share more photos on www.HartfordBusiness.com/eventphotos Tweet at #CTBEXPO LIKE US ON