Connecticut Helps Manufacturers Thrive

Manufacturing Innovation Forum on September 1, 2026

Accelerate Business Growth

Join us for the 3rd CT Manufacturing Innovation Forum. Attend breakout sessions addressing CMMC remediation and assessment, adopting new technologies, succession planning in family-owned businesses, explore ERP systems, and look at workforce trends and AI. We will feature the American Manufacturing Hall of Fame (AMHoF) induction and celebrate K-12 robotics.
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Help for manufacturers

Understanding who can provide the manufacturing support you need can be a challenge. We've simplified that process.

Manufacturing Innovation Fund 

The MIF was established to ensure state manufacturers remain highly skilled and globally competitive by investing over $100 million to foster growth, innovation, and continued excellence. 

Veterans Services

There are a variety of services to help veterans and transitioning service members launch careers in advanced manufacturing by providing accelerated training, certifications, and job placement assistance.

Initiatives

Connecticut is investing in the future of manufacturing through a series of federal - and state- funded initiatives aimed at tackling critical supply chain challenges: energy consumption, tariffs, digital transformation, etc.

These time-limited programs are strategically designed to boost innovation, strengthen local suppliers, and ensure long-term industry growth.

CONNEX Marketplace

Buy local. CONNEX Connecticut is an online manufacturing platform that connects all U.S. manufacturers and suppliers with a single, accurate, and searchable supply-chain solution.