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Report: Small Business AI Adoption Grows » CBIA
Artificial intelligence is moving from experimental technology to an everyday business tool for small businesses, according to a new report.
House Approves Small Business Concierge Bill » CBIA
The state House passed legislation establishing a small business concierge at the Department of Economic and Community Development.
Costly Healthcare Mandates Need Greater Scrutiny » CBIA
Connecticut has earned a national reputation as one of the most healthcare mandate-heavy states in the country.
Celebrating the 2026 Small Business Award Winners » CBIA
Award winners shared different stories with a shared formula for success at the National Small Business Week SBA Awards and Expo.
2026 Survey of Connecticut Businesses » CBIA
The CBIA Foundation's 2026 Survey of Connecticut Businesses captures business sentiment amid growing national and global uncertainty.
Proposed Data Breach Mandate Sparks New Business Risks » CBIA
Troubling new legislation proposes a significant change to how businesses must respond to “massive” data breach incidents.
CBIA BizCast: Setback for Small Business Healthcare » CBIA
Health care affordability, Connecticut’s economy, and workforce development are front and center on this episode of CBIA BizCast.
Five Cybersecurity Areas for Review This Month » CBIA
Cybersecurity conversations often stay with IT until a disruption affects operations, reporting, customer relationships, or decision-making.
Hartford HealthCare, Goodwin Launch Partnership » CBIA
Hartford HealthCare and the Goodwin University System announced a partnership to expand Connecticut's healthcare workforce pipeline.
Lawmakers Fail to Address Small Business Healthcare Costs » CBIA
CBIA issued the following response to Monday's Appropriations Committee vote rejecting a transformative small business healthcare bill.
Phishing Alert: 'Business Registry' Email Scam » CBIA
State officials this week warned businesses about a malicious email that claims to be from the "Connecticut Business Registry."
Blumenthal forum on ICE shootings, AI risks: CT politics news
Plus: Senate Republicans on Zulma Toro’s resignation, and Congress’ final acts before the midterms on a bill CT senators oppose.
District Director Catherine Marx Leaves SBA » CBIA
District director Catherine Marx is leaving the agency, concluding nearly six years of service overseeing small business programs.
Small Business AI Measure Approved » CBIA
SB 417 authorizes a study of a Small Business Artificial Intelligence Grant Fund, an important and forward looking step.
CBIA survey: Rising household costs add pressure to CT’s business economy
A new survey finds half of Connecticut respondents are financially worse off as rising household costs pressure the state economy.
CT small business owners turn to TikTok
At CBIA event, business owners joined local and state officials to talk about how TikTok is transforming business activity.
Boehringer Partners on Connecticut Science Center STEM Lab » CBIA
Boehringer Ingelheim and the Connecticut Science Center launched an Innovation Lab to advance STEM education in Connecticut.
CBIA spotlights affordability, workforce ahead of legislative session
Connecticut’s largest business association laid out a policy agenda Thursday that addresses the needs of the state’s small businesses.
SBA Launches Small Business Pitch Competition » CBIA
The contest targets companies that demonstrate innovation and have experience leveraging SBA-backed financing tools.
Report: Small Business Inflation Fears Climb » CBIA
Renewed concerns about inflation are weighing on small businesses' economic outlook and tempering hiring and investment plans.
CBIA adds 3 lobbyists with state government, political experience
CBIA hires Jack DeOliveira, Alannah Doheny and James Rocco to strengthen its advocacy on Connecticut business policy.
Small Business Concierge Bill Wins Committee Support » CBIA
Legislation aimed at strengthening support for Connecticut’s small businesses is moving forward at the state Capitol.
Fazio Shares Healthcare Affordability Plan » CBIA
Connecticut gubernatorial candidate Ryan Fazio outlined a healthcare affordability plan targeting high costs and workforce challenges.
SBA Disaster Loans Available for September Flood Damage » CBIA
Business owners can borrow up to $2 million to replace real property, inventory, machinery, equipment, and other physical losses.
CBIA slams Appropriations Committee for rejecting small business health care bill
The state’s largest business organization is taking Connecticut legislators to task after the Appropriations Committee failed Monday to approve a bill that aims to help small businesses with their health care costs.
SBA Names Connecticut’s Small Business Person of the Year » CBIA
The SBA named Derek Ezovski, president of Outsourced Risk Management Solutions, Connecticut’s 2026 Small Business Person of the Year.
CBIA Business Legislative Tours Begin » CBIA
CBIA’s policy team will tour businesses to better understand the business climate and engage legislators with employers.
CBIA slams Appropriations Committee for rejecting small business health care bill
The state’s largest business organization is taking Connecticut legislators to task after the Appropriations Committee failed Monday to approve a bill that aims to help small businesses with their health care costs.
SBA Opens 2027 Small Business Awards Nominations » CBIA
The U.S. Small Business Administration is accepting nominations for its 2027 National Small Business Week Awards through December 7.
New Report Highlights AI's Growth Role » CBIA
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a core tool for business growth, productivity, and competitiveness.
Bipartisan Support for Small Business AI Bill » CBIA
The Commerce Committee unanimously approved a bill supporting small business adoption of artificial intelligence technologies March 24.
Privacy Law Expansion Has Major Business Implications » CBIA
State lawmakers passed an expansive consumer privacy and consumer protection measure that reshapes how businesses handle personal data.
CT’s largest business group lays out top priorities. They sound familiar
Speakers said Connecticut is at a crossroads with a mixed economic picture, uncertainty due to federal policy changes, inflation and cost of living.
Lawmakers Adopt Small Business Concierge Program » CBIA
Lawmakers approved a bill creating a small business concierge within the state’s Department of Economic and Community Development.
DoorDash, MetroHartford Alliance Hosts Small Business Workshop » CBIA
The workshop brings practical tools, expert guidance, and local resources together tailored to the realities of running a small business.
DoorDash Launches National Small Business Campaign » CBIA
DoorDash launches national Unlocking Main Street campaign to empower small businesses, making it easier for them to open, operate, and grow.