About Us
CBIA is the leading voice for Connecticut business
We fight to make Connecticut a top state for business, jobs, and economic growth: driving change, shaping legislative and regulatory policy, and promoting collaboration between the private and public sectors.
We support the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping a vibrant, dynamic Connecticut with opportunities for all–and connect business executives with each other and with legislators.
Stay informed with resources and information that address your greatest challenges—building and training a productive workforce, maximizing growth, and competing in a rapidly evolving global economy. CBIA members have access to benefits that help lower business costs, increase organizational efficiency, and improve employee satisfaction.
CBIA’s roots date back to 1815 when export embargoes and British import dumping posed a major threat. Business leaders met in Middletown to unite and defend Connecticut’s infant economy.
Today, we have grown to become Connecticut’s largest business organization—and the third largest in the country—with thousands of member companies, small and large, representing a diverse range of industries from every part of the state. Our leadership role is testament to the commitment and energy of CBIA members.
Looking Ahead
We are the linchpin that fosters business collaboration, protects and promotes our state’s rich legacy of ingenuity and innovation, pushes for government accountability, and fights for fairness—on taxes, regulations, healthcare costs, and more.
CBIA respects and acknowledges all aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing how different viewpoints foster teamwork and innovation—cornerstones of our values.
We are committed to being a workplace that reflects the unique experiences and perspectives of the business community we serve, and by welcoming all voices, we can further our mission of making Connecticut a top state in which to live and work.
CBIA members span industries, hail from every part of the state, and include small start-ups, large corporations, and everything in between.
CBIA Member Demographics
Employee Size
Industry Sectors
Whatever your industry or business size CBIA helps you compete, grow, and succeed.
CBIA membership is a smart investment in your company–with the cost of membership more than covered by the monetary savings you realize with exclusive benefits.
With CBIA membership you:
- Gain access to a suite of high-value products and member services, including insurance and employee benefits, discounts on everyday services, energy purchasing solutions, and more
- Give your business a helping hand with valuable resources, information, and professional assistance across a broad range of issues, including human resources, training, and compliance.
- Become part of the solution, connecting with powerful, dynamic advocacy at the state Capitol, driving policies that promote a better business climate.
Team
Chair
JP Morgan Chase Bank NA,
Shelton
Vice Chair
& CEO
Fuss & O'Neill Inc.,
Manchester
Vice Chair
The Lee Company,
Westbrook
Past Chair
Multi-Site
Marmon Electrical—
Industrial Platform,
East Granby
Executive Committee
National Graphics Inc.,
North Branford
Executive Committee
& CEO
Freeman Companies LLC,
Hartford
Executive Committee
M&T Bank,
New Haven
Executive Committee
CLA,
West Hartford
Executive Committee
& CEO
HABCO Industries LLC,
Glastonbury
Executive Committee
McCarter and English LLP,
Hartford
Executive Committee
Medtronic,
North Haven
iCleanse,
Avon
EY,
Hartford
General Dynamics
Electric Boat,
Groton
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc.,
Ridgefield
Shipman & Goodwin,
Hartford
Fenton Advisors, LLC,
West Hartford
Otis Elevator,
Farmington
Loureiro Engineering,
Plainville
Mercantile Development Inc., Shelton
Wells Fargo,
Stamford
Foxwoods Resort Casino,
Mashantucket
Pfizer Inc.,
Groton
Middle Market Banking Executive
Southern New England
KeyBank,
Hartford
Burke Aerospace,
Farmington
AI Engineers,
Middletown
Barnes Group Inc.,
Bristol
TD Bank,
New Haven
Whitcraft,
Eastford
RSM US LLP
Hartford
Bead Industries,
Milford
Murtha Cullina LLP,
New Haven
Energy & Marine
Travelers Companies,
Hartford
& CEO
UIL Holdings,
New Haven
Stanley Black & Decker,
New Britain
InCord,
Colchester
Environics Inc.,
Tolland
Eversource Energy,
Berlin
Bank of America,
Stamford
PwC,
Hartford
& CEO
KAMAN Corp.,
Bloomfield
Robinson+Cole,
Hartford
CBIA Service Corp.
CBIA Service Corp.
Services & Safety
Our Affiliates
CBIA, CONNSTEP, and ReadyCT's strategic alliance leverages our collective expertise and resources, delivering businesses wide-ranging, impactful solutions to meet their greatest challenges -- building and training a productive workforce, maximizing growth, and competing in a rapidly evolving global economy.
CONNSTEP is a business consulting firm that helps small- and medium-sized manufacturers reach their goals by strengthening their strategic, technical, and operational expertise.
ReadyCT advances academic excellence and career-connected learning for public school students in Connecticut through collaboration with business, civic, and education leaders.
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CBIA IS FIGHTING TO MAKE CONNECTICUT A TOP STATE FOR BUSINESS, JOBS, AND ECONOMIC GROWTH. A BETTER BUSINESS CLIMATE MEANS A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR EVERYONE.