CBIA BizCast

BizCast talks with LiquidPiston founder and president Alec Shkolnik about their recent small business innovation award from the U.S. Army. Shkolnik discusses their new rotary x-engine technology and what the Bloomfield company's 2021 outlook is. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with Juliann Blanford, the general manager of Mansfield-based hydroelectric equipment manufacturer NuSTREEM. Blanford discusses hydropower technology, which industries invest in hydroturbines worldwide, and why water is an underrated renewable energy source. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with Connecticut Spring and Stamping president Steve Dicke. Dicke discusses the precision manufacturer’s recent expansion to Southington, how sales have weathered the pandemic, and why workforce development is the number one issue keeping him up at night. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

CBIA's Eric Gjede talks with four state legislators during the Jan. 22 Economic Summit + Outlook about why they signed the Rebuilding Connecticut pledge, a roadmap for the state's recovery from the pandemic. Gjede is joined by state senators Cathy Osten (D-Baltic) and Heather Somers (R-Mystic) and state Rep. Tom O'Dea (R-New Canaan) and new House Majority Leader Jason Rojas (D-East Hartford). The bipartisan group discusses a range of priority issues, including small business relief, transportation investments, workforce development, urban renewal, and taxes. CBIA's 2021 Policy Priorities: https://www.cbia.com/resources/issues-policies/policy-agendas/cbia-policy-priorities/ Moderates Push Back Against Tax Hike Proposals: https://www.cbia.com/news/issues-policies/moderates-push-back-against-tax-hike-proposals/ Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

CBIA president and CEO Chris DiPentima chats with Gov. Ned Lamont during the Jan. 22 Economic Summit + Outlook about his agenda for the 2021 legislative session, including workforce development, transportation infrastructure, and his rejection of broad-based tax hikes. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut president and CEO Paula Gilberto. Gilberto discusses how United Way engages with the Connecticut business community, and why collaboration between the private sector and nonprofit community is critical to rebuilding our state post-pandemic. Find your local United Way and learn how to get involved at https://www.unitedway.org/find-your-united-way/#. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with CBIA’s Government Affairs team about lobbying in a virtual session, what key issues they are advocating, and how the Rebuilding Connecticut campaign defines CBIA’s 2021 policy priorities. Featured in the episode are vice president of government affairs Eric Gjede, associate counsel John Blair, assistant counsel Wyatt Bosworth, and government affairs associate Ashley Zane. Find out more about the Government Affairs team: https://www.cbia.com/resources/issues-policies/contacts/government-affairs-team/ Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast host Shannon King catches up with Jonal Laboratories president Marc Nemeth about the aerospace manufacturer's outlook for 2021. Nemeth shares how he navigated 2020, discusses the opportunities he’s exploring for 2021, and why it’s imperative for businesses to stay bold in their long-term strategy, despite uncertain times. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact shannon.king@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast host Shannon King interviews Union Productions founder and executive producer Dustin Schultz about how small businesses can amplify their voices to employees and customers alike during challenging times. Schultz discusses his success and struggles as a young entrepreneur in Connecticut, and why video is more powerful than ever for connection and communication. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact shannon.king@cbia.com. cbia.com CBIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBIANews CBIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBIAfb CBIA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cbia

BizCast talks with AT&T New England president John Emra about 5G technology deployment and capabilities in Connecticut. Emra discusses why 5G is important to consumers, businesses, and Connecticut’s economy, and how improved connectivity drives innovation. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the BizCast wherever you get your podcasts—we appreciate your support! If you have a story to tell, contact katie.krajcik@cbia.com.