CBIA BizCast

BizCast talks with Evo Design vice president Taylor Downes about being selected as the only Connecticut manufacturer and one of eight nationwide to produce NASA’s newly designed ventilator for coronavirus patients. Downes also discusses the application process and their partnership with another Connecticut manufacturer–Bio-Med Devices in Guilford–to produce the ventilator. Evo Design: https://www.evodesign.com 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.

BizCast talks with InCord CEO and owner Meredith Shay about quickly shifting manufacturing production to hospital gowns and face masks for frontline workers. Shay also discusses what it’s like to be a millennial CEO, how she worked her way through the ranks, and the importance of mentorship. 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.

BizCast talks with EBP Supply Solutions senior vice president of sales Jack Ellison and chemical specialist Glenn Rasin about creating a safe workplace for employees and customers. Ellison and Rasin also discuss the differences between cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing; and why the perception of safety is critical to gaining employee and customer confidence, as Connecticut gets closer to reopening phase two. 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.

BizCast talks with CVS Health director of retail operations Amy Winchell about their drive-through coronavirus testing locations across Connecticut. Winchell discusses how CVS Health quickly ramped up their testing program, what it’s like to take the COVID-19 test in your car, and why getting involved in the fight against the pandemic was critical for the company and the communities they serve. Learn more about coronavirus testing at CVS Health: https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing 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.

BizCast chats with Hartford Courant reporter Alex Putterman about tracking Connecticut's coronavirus data and how the latest trends enabled the first phase of reopening. Putterman also discusses how Connecticut compares to other states, and how important safety measures are in slowing the spread of the virus and flattening the curve. Follow Alex Putterman on Twitter for daily updates: https://twitter.com/AlexPutterman 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.

BizCast talks with Chapco president Brian Weinstein about donating face mask metal pieces to hundreds of producers across the country making homemade face masks. Weinstein also discusses two new projects the Chester manufacturer has launched and how continuous innovation is driving the company during the pandemic. 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.

BizCast chats with Toad's Place owner Brian Phelps about the future of the legendary epicenter of Connecticut live music. Phelps also discusses how he's supporting his employees through the federal loan program and what challenges the concert hall will likely face in the coming months. 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.

BizCast chats with HABCO Industries CEO and president Brian Montanari about the Glastonbury aerospace manufacturer's recent implementation of an on-site, voluntary coronavirus testing program for employees. Montanari also discusses purchasing the tests, the process for testing employees, and in this era of "new normal," how he's kept the trust of employees during this difficult time. Watch the full interview: https://youtu.be/ythFgOve-PM 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.

BizCast chats with Back East Brewing Company's co-founder Tony Karlowicz about a special new brew with profits supporting restaurant workers affected by the pandemic shutdown. Karlowicz also talks about the Bloomfield brewery's takeout can sales and their expanded tap room set to open when the restaurant shutdown is lifted. 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.

BizCast talks with J. Timothy's co-owner Tim Adams about the decision to temporarily close the popular Plainville restaurant during the coronavirus pandemic. Adams shares his challenges navigating state and federal small business disaster relief programs, including the Paycheck Protection Program, and shares the restaurant's plans to offer takeout while awaiting a reopening order. 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.