On #NationalBossDay, we couldn’t miss the opportunity to give a huge shout-out 📢 to our amazing Chief Operating Officer, Sonja Randall! Sonja joined us in 2023, initially in a temporary role as Contracts and Compliance Manager. It didn’t take long for her to make a big impact, and we were fortunate when she transitioned into a full-time position. Her exceptional leadership skills earned her a spot on our executive team in Q1. 🌟Sonja oversees countless projects, ensuring smooth operations in our fast-paced environment while keeping us focused and grounded. As a trusted leader, she consistently provides sound guidance, drives strategic decisions, and delivers impactful results. Her ability to prioritize, align the team, and navigate complex challenges is invaluable. We are incredibly grateful for her leadership, support, and everything she does to help our team thrive.
Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT)
Non-profit Organizations
East Hartford, CT 5,931 followers
Strengthening the global competitiveness of the advanced manufacturing ecosystem through applied technologies
About us
The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology Inc. (CCAT) is an applied technology demonstration and training center that validates, demonstrates, and encourages the adoption of leading-edge technologies into global industrial companies and the advanced manufacturing supply chain, while also providing the training and education necessary to utilize the capability of these advancements and drive efficiency. CCAT assists businesses in executing their continuous improvement strategies by: -Demonstrating innovative technologies in our world-class facilities, the Advanced Technology Center, the Digital Thread Lab and the Advanced Composite Center, for customized solutions. -Assessing energy and power solutions that focus on sustainability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness through the industrial base. -training highly-motivated talent to ensure a strong future for the supply chain. -Advancing context-based STEM education and promoting careers to meet the needs if the current workforce and inspire the next generation.
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http://www.ccat.us
External link for Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- East Hartford, CT
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2004
- Specialties
- Manufacturers, Energy, Entrepreneurs, Aerospace, Training, Technology, Education, Additive Manufacturing, Digital Technology, Model Based Design, Design, Manufacturing, Inspection, Automation, Robotics, and 3D Printing
Locations
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Primary
222 Pitkin Street
Suite 101
East Hartford, CT 06108, US
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409 Silver Lane
East Hartford, CT 06118, US
Employees at Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT)
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Cheryl Stephenson
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Paul Oei
Director - Advanced Manufacturing and Composites Center at Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc.
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Eileen Candels
Partnership and Outreach Leader | Technology, Talent & Training | Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology/CCAT
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Nancy Mickiewicz
Retired at CCAT
Updates
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Don’t miss this podcast! 🔥 Whether you’re curious about cutting-edge tools like additive manufacturing and model-based definition, seeking advice from a rising young leader, or want to inspire the next generation with STEM careers, this episode has it all. Tune in to The Manufacturing Shake-Up Shake-Up for an inspiring story featuring our very own Raquel Bolling YouTube: https://buff.ly/3Y8cud4 Podcast Website: https://buff.ly/3Y7ul44 #MfgMonth #WomenInSTEAM #WomenInTech #Engineer #Manufacturing
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Excited to be featured in Hartford Business Journal's latest article on how robots and automation are helping CT manufacturers tackle labor shortages! 🤖 Our very own Nasir Mannan and Samuel Greenbank share insights on the evolving role of robotics in the industry. 👀 Check it out to learn more about the future of automation in manufacturing ▶️ https://lnkd.in/eW2aZH_Y #Manufacturing #Innovation #Automation #Robotics #TechTuesday
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Who’s your hero? For us, it’s the innovators who inspire others to forge new paths. On this #NationalHeroDay, we celebrate Maker Multipliers—those sparking curiosity and creativity in manufacturing, technology, and engineering through their work and the stories they tell. Your impact is shaping the future! 🌟 HORST Engineering | Westminster Tool | Wepco Plastics, INC. | Microboard | Jessica Chavez | Karen Hinds #CTMfgInternshipProgram #MakerMultiplier #MfgMonth
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Let's keep pushing the boundaries together!
𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 S.O. 📣 to all the MFG superheros, innovators and change makers 💥🚀 👕 blue-, white-, or new-collar ... all play a critical role in the vitality of our country #manufacturing ⚡️we put our capes on every day to #GSD 🦾 🔥 #kudos to the best in the business across #CTmanunufacturing esp our team at Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT) 📸 courtesy of LinkedIn article by Allison Roberts Grealis celebrating manufacturing superHERos in 2021 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/e8eX3ZD2 National Association of Manufacturers - NAM #MFGDay #SeeHerBeHer #STEMinist #rockthetrades
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From celebrating 350 years of Connecticut innovation and 50 groundbreaking firsts, to showcasing today’s cutting-edge digital, additive, and robotics technology, the inaugural #CTManufacturingSummit was an unforgettable event. Huge thanks to the speakers and award winners who inspired us, the 1,000+ attendees, and everyone across the manufacturing community who made it all possible. We were thrilled to be part of it. Here’s to driving Connecticut’s future, together 🚀 Connecticut Office of Manufacturing
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👀 Take a special look inside our Digital Thread Lab as we kick off #ManufacturingMonth2024 🎉 Part of the Talent & Training Accelerator, DTL connects design, engineering, production, testing, and inspection into one seamless digital stream—a single source of truth. We’re excited to celebrate tomorrow at the #CTMfgSummit24, share some cool tech, and show how we help manufacturers boost efficiency, quality, and innovation. #mfgmonth2024 #innovation #engineering #modelbaseddesign #additivemanufacturing Connecticut Office of Manufacturing | CBIA | CONNSTEP, Inc. | The American Manufacturing Hall of Fame | ManufactureCT | Naval & Maritime Consortium (NMC) | ACM Aerospace Components Manufacturers, Inc. |
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What an exhilarating day at #MashUp2024! The energy was electric at Gillette Stadium, with forward-thinking manufacturers, tech partners, and students coming together. We were blown away by the stunning 360-degree views from the Lighthouse, but even more excited by the game-changing discussions on #AI #modelbaseddefinition and #3Dprinting — technologies that are driving the future of manufacturing, and making an impact today. We're proud to be part of this journey!
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Good morning from Gillette Stadium! If you're at #MashUp2024, come say hi! We're up front and excited to show you what’s new 🦾⚙️ Ron Angelo | Jacquelynn Garofano | Donna Fusco | Colette Ruden | Michelle Scerbin | Nasir Mannan with our partners Mark Manuel | BlueForge Alliance | Adia | Tulip Interfaces | University of Massachusetts Lowell | Tooling U-SME
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Whether he’s pioneering cost-saving systems or advancing cutting-edge scanning technologies, Nasir Mannan is constantly pushing the boundaries of innovation—and he’s just as eager to share his knowledge with others. In just the past few weeks, our Principal Engineer has: 1️⃣ Served on a panel at Slalom in Hartford, showcasing how digital twin technology is revolutionizing manufacturing processes. 2️⃣ Discussed model-based definition (MBD) at CONNSTEP, Inc.’s "A Guide to Digital Transformation, demonstrating how manufacturers are streamlining production through advanced design and documentation tools. 3️⃣ Kicked off a groundbreaking U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) project with UConn College of Engineering involving physics-informed Artificial Intelligence, a "dream project" he believes will transform the future of manufacturing. 📸 Nasir is seen here filming a step-by-step guide on model-based workflows Nasir’s passion for MBD is infectious—those who hear him speak quickly see his dedication to innovation, streamlined workflows, and cutting production time and errors. Interested in how MBD and other digital technologies are reshaping the industry? Catch Nasir at the Massachusetts #MashUp2024 at Gillette Stadium on Wed, 9/25 where he'll be a sharing his thoughts about Artificial Intelligence or see him and M3DI.co tech in action at the #CTManufacturingSummit next week on Wed, 10/2 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford. #innovation #technology #manufacturing #engineering #AI