MetroHartford Alliance

Accounting Resources Inc. and Kelly McDaniel, President of the DeLisaGroup, are teaming up to offer clients a two-day workshop focused on equipping supervisors and managers, as well as employees who have the potential to become supervisors, with the skills they need to manage effectively. The first session takes place November 12 to 13, with a follow-up session scheduled for January 14 to 15. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/eyRJU4-Z #management #leadership #humanresources

MOTHER (and me) is a compelling 75 minute solo play that harnesses the power of theater to bring people together around an important issue: Alzheimer’s and the challenges families face while caring for a loved one. Both performances will also include a Q&A/Talkback with either Tina Hogan or Carolyn DeRocco of the Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter along with Susie Sarkisian Coaching, Navigating Aging in Families. Running with Playhouse on Park on November 2 and 3. Read more and get tickets at https://lnkd.in/eNveM-rG

29 lawyers from Shipman & Goodwin LLP have been selected as 2024 Connecticut Super Lawyers, who have been recognized as attaining a high degree of peer recognition and personal achievement in their field. Additionally, 24 lawyers were named Rising Stars. Shipman attorneys James Bergenn and William Ronalter were also included on the Top 50: 2024 Connecticut Super Lawyers list. Read entire story: https://lnkd.in/ewKeGAiV #lawfirm #superlawyers

Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, hosted Intuitive’s Thoracic Oncology Mobile Experience (TOME) for its first stop in New England earlier this month. A 56-foot long 18-wheeler, TOME contains revolutionary robotic surgical systems developed by Intuitive, and offers a unique way to bring awareness to referring physicians about the robotic surgery systems utilized at Saint Francis. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ewKeGAiV #TOME #healthcare

So pleased to have the opportunity to welcome hundreds of MetroHartford Alliance investors and friends to an Open House last night at our new offices at CityPlace in downtown #Hartford. We are more committed than ever to making sure our region is an exceptional place to build a business, industry, and career, and are looking forward to many more opportunities to host investors and the Greater Hartford community at our new home. Thank you to Olusegun Ajayi, Chief Operating Officer of City of Hartford for representing the City, and to John Guy, our esteemed Board Chair, for speaking on behalf of MHA’s leadership. Our Open House was made possible by our sponsors: CATIC, Robinson+Cole, Morgan Stanley, Whittlesey, and Smith Brothers Insurance, LLC.. Thanks to these wonderful organizations for their steadfast support of the MHA and its mission. Also, a special thanks to Kate Baumann and Amanda Campbell, MBA, MSOL, CMP from the MHA for taking the lead on organizing last night's event, and Anne Burns for your lead on our new space, your efforts are - as always - much appreciated.

On a bleak and snowy Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge wants nothing more than to collect his debts. But when he is visited by a ghostly old friend, Scrooge must confront his own selfish ways and discover the true meaning of Christmas. Join Scrooge and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future on this journey of redemption in a mesmerizing display of theatrical magic and wonder. At Hartford Stage from November 23 to December 29. Purchase tickets at https://lnkd.in/etWcpWPd

We're excited to share that Grace McCarrick will be headlining the Audience Engagement Session at the upcoming NextGen Summit! A work skills consultant and culture specialist, Grace is an expert in crafting bespoke experiences for a variety of workplaces. From insurance companies to financial firms to marketing teams, she uses a data-driven approach with actionable communication in order to build strong team cultures.   The NextGen Summit, taking place November 19, is a half-day event focused on tackling what the future of work means for young professionals, management, and the C-Suit. Sponsored by Cognizant and hosted by Hartford Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs (HYPE), this is an event you don't want to miss! Get your tickets at https://lnkd.in/dcNaeTF4 #nextgen #ngs24 #futureofwork #genz #millennial #workculturematters

The Connecticut Conference of Municipalities has released recommendations to address the crisis of disconnected youth in Connecticut. Our Piece of the Pie strongly encourages the adoption and implementation of the 119K Commission’s Young People First plan to address Connecticut’s Statewide crisis. The Plan includes the following recommendations as strategic pillars to address the crisis: - Coordinate supports for youth at all levels of the system; - Create stronger conditions for youth success within and beyond school; - Increase capacity in the system, and; - Build and sustain coalitions The tactics and strategies laid out in the recommendations address policy, funding, education, workforce, and the social sector. This focused effort across multiple systems will make an impact. The report can be viewed at https://lnkd.in/eM6RnKWN

Hinckley Allen is pleased to announce that it has again achieved Mansfield Certification for the 2023–24 period. The firm remains committed to Mansfield’s goals, which aim to ensure that all qualified talent at law firms have a fair and equal opportunity to be considered for advancement into leadership roles. The firm was also named a “Trendsetter” by Diversity Lab, underscoring its sustained efforts to promote leadership diversity in an increasingly competitive and transparent industry. “Earning and maintaining Mansfield Certification is a critical step in addressing inequities in both our workplace and the broader legal profession,” said Noble F. Allen, Chair of Hinckley Allen’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. “We are dedicated to creating lasting change through initiatives like the Hinckley Allen Social Justice Fund and our Women’s Forum, and Mansfield remains a key pillar of that mission.” Read entire story: https://lnkd.in/eeRCCWMY

On Tuesday, October 22, The Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame (CWHF) will host its 31st Annual Induction Ceremony at The Bushnell in Hartford to celebrate and honor some of Connecticut’s female pioneers and their incredible achievements. The CWHF will proudly induct three women for their exceptional work, outstanding vision, and tremendous achievements. The inductees are: Sara Bronin – architect, attorney, professor, and policymaker; Melissa Bernstein – entrepreneur, creative, author, and co-founder of Melissa & Doug toy company; and Barbara Summers – American writer, educator, and fashion model. In addition, CWHF will recognize three Spotlight Recipients. Spotlight Recipients are women whose contributions in their field are especially noteworthy to be distinguished and highlighted. This year, the Spotlight Recipients are: Crystal Emery – renowned producer, author and filmmaker; Shelley Quiala – Executive Director at the International Festival of Arts and Ideas; and Jesse Lazowski – fine jewelry designer and business entrepreneur. More information about the inductees and spotlight recipients can be found at www.cwhf.org. #connecticut #halloffame #womenshalloffame