BL Companies Adds to Talent Pool in its Growing Hartford Office
BL Companies, a multi-disciplinary architecture, engineering, environmental and land surveying firm providing services to public and private clients in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, is pleased to announce that three senior level engineering employees have joined the firm in their Hartford, CT office as a Project Managers and Senior Project Managers in the Transportation & Infrastructure group and the Civil Engineering group.
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May 18, 2013 - 12:32:07 AM
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Malloy: Cannondale expands operations, establishes Wilton headquarters
Governor Dannel P. Malloy announced Friday that the State Bond Commission will consider a $3 million loan to assist Cannondale Sports Unlimited (CSU) establish a new headquarters and add 75 new jobs in Wilton. The company will handle marketing, research and development, and product design in approximately 50,000 square feet of leased space in Wilton’s I-Park.
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May 13, 2013 - 9:02:42 AM
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Catamount Wealth Management offers complimentary financial workshops for women
Catamount Wealth Management continues their spring workshop series with the next workshop, May 15th, Suddenly Single: Move Forward Financially, which will teach women how to handle retirement assets and savings, living on one income and creating new partnerships to ensure their financial future during a difficult time or period to plan for. The workshop will be taught by Managing Partner and Vice President of Catamount Wealth Management, Laurie Stefanowicz at 10:00am or 5:30pm.
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May 8, 2013 - 2:39:50 PM
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Star, Inc. taps Peter Saverine as Director of Development
Peter Saverine, Darien native and current Stamford resident has joined the team at STAR, Inc.-Lighting the Way in Norwalk as the Director of Development. STAR is a not-for-profit organization serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as providing support services to their families. They create opportunities for individuals to live full lives with independence, freedom of choice and personal growth by providing support, services and advocacy. STAR is located at 182 Wolfpit Avenue in Norwalk, and serves lower Fairfield County with its other offices at TEC in South Norwalk, the Rubino Family Center in Norwalk, and over 25 residential and community-based employment programs throughout Norwalk, Westport, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, and Weston serving clients from throughout lower Fairfield County.
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May 7, 2013 - 3:20:28 PM
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Connecticut Attorney General Seeks Information on LivingSocial Network Breach
As many as 50 million accounts – including about 29 million American customers – were affected when hackers accessed parts of LivingSocial, Inc.’s computer network. Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen and Maryland Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler asked last week the daily deals Web site for more information about the potential consumer impact of this data breach.
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May 7, 2013 - 10:12:03 AM
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Muphy hails Senate passageof Marketplace Fairness Act
On Monday, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) released the following statement following Senate passage of the Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 743), a bill to allow state and local governments to enforce current sales and use tax laws that require revenue to be collected on online purchases made by state residents. Murphy is a co-sponsor of the bill.
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May 7, 2013 - 3:10:56 AM
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HYPE honors entrepreneurship award winners
Hartford Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs (HYPE), an initiative of the MetroHartford Alliance is pleased to recognize Parle IV, LearnToProgram and Sea Tea Improv as its 2013 HYPE Entrepreneurship Award winners.
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May 6, 2013 - 1:32:54 PM
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Malloy: NewOak Capital establishes new operations in Danbury
Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Commissioner Catherine Smith, and state and local officials, today announced that NewOak Capital, a financial services firm based in New York City, will establish NewOak Credit Services, LLC in Danbury. The expansion is expected to create up to 100 new jobs within three years.
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May 1, 2013 - 3:01:39 PM
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DiLauro steps in as new Executive Director of the Human Services Council and preps for 5th Annual SoNo Stroll
With less than six weeks to go until the 5th Annual SoNo Stroll Anthony DiLauro has stepped in as the new Executive Director of the Human Services Council (HSC), a Norwalk based not-for-profit that oversees a multitude of critical programs focusing on child advocacy, mentoring, alcohol and drug prevention, medical and behavioral healthcare services, and supportive housing. ‘We are thrilled to have Anthony join us as the new Executive Director of the Human Services Council,” said Al Mirin, Board President. “Anthony has a wealth of knowledge and experience, he is a great addition to our team,” added Mirin.
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Apr 30, 2013 - 4:11:04 PM
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Discount Power announces key company appointment
Discount Power is a company built on the premise that through innovation, preservation can occur in the form of resources and dollars. Now as the company moves into the future, it will do so with insights of a capable new head of operations. Joel Glassman brings to Discount Power a rich history in the energy field. At various retail energy companies, he has held posts including Director of Commercial Sales, Vice President of Power Operations, Vice President of Corporate Development and Manager of FP&A.
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Apr 26, 2013 - 6:11:27 PM
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BL Companies Announces Hartford Expansion
BL Companies, a multi-disciplinary architecture, engineering, environmental and land surveying firm, providing services to public and private clients in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, is pleased to announce that as of March 1, 2013, the Company has expanded its Hartford office to accommodate its growth in Connecticut and the Northeast Region. Located at 150 Trumbull Street in the heart of the downtown area, the enlarged office space accommodates over 40 employees.
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Apr 24, 2013 - 10:55:24 AM
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State securities examiners recognized by the US Attorney's Office
Connecticut Banking Commissioner Howard F. Pitkin is pleased to announce that five employees in the State Department of Banking’s Securities and Business Investments Division were honored by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut.
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Apr 23, 2013 - 5:34:40 PM
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Webster Bank goes green in Greenwich
Webster Bank, a leading regional bank serving businesses and consumers from Westchester County, N.Y., to Boston, Mass., is pleased to announce its support of the Greenwich Tree Conservancy of Greenwich, Conn. More
Apr 18, 2013 - 6:50:09 AM
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Ola! Foods has much to celebrate
Norwalk based Ola! Foods was recently announced as winners of the 2013 CT Specialty Food Product Awards Competition. Ola! Foods took 1st and 2nd place in the Grains Category for two of their flavors, Cranberry Orange Pecan and Vanilla Almond. “Everyone on the Ola! team and our “extended family of fans” are very proud, “ says Dina.
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Apr 17, 2013 - 6:35:51 AM
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Bodega Taco Bar gears up for Cinco De Mayo
Bodega Taco Bar is keeping tradition alive and well with their popular Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. With the addition of their second Mexican eatery and cantina, which opened in Darien this past fall, there will be twice as much to celebrate. Beginning Saturday May 4, from 12pm-12am and continuing Sunday May 5, 12pm to 8pm, the indoor / outdoor festivities include Bodega’s signature fare, tequila tastings, cocktail specials, live music and dancing. More
Apr 11, 2013 - 9:21:09 AM
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Malloy, Wyman on Equal Pay Day
Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman released the following statements on Equal Pay Day: “Right here in Connecticut, women earn less than 76 cents to every dollar a man earns—for doing the same job. This wage inequity is discrimination, and it damages our economy as well as putting an added burden on households across the state,” said Governor Malloy. “On January 23, I directed Commissioners Smith and Palmer to study the factors that contribute to the gender wage gap in Connecticut’s workforce and make recommendations for actions that will eliminate the wage disparity. While this is a complex situation, we must address discrimination against women in all its forms.”
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Apr 9, 2013 - 9:25:54 AM
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Tenth Annual Women in Business Awards to Honor Eight Outstanding Women
The Hartford Business Journal will celebrate the achievements of eight accomplished business women at its tenth annual Women in Business awards luncheon on May 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the CT Convention Center in Hartford, Conn. This year’s honorees represent a variety of senior level executives, entrepreneurs and CEO's from the Greater Hartford area.
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Apr 9, 2013 - 8:53:54 AM
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Oak + Almond presents an organic approach
Oak + Almond, named after the hardwoods that flame the open-hearth grill and brick clad oven, is the product of a sustainable food culture and Owner Jon Paul Pirraglia’s new vision for one of Norwalk’s most enduring restaurant locations. Oak + Almond takes its cues from the Pirrgalia family’s successful west coast restaurant, Tavola Italian Kitchen in Novato, CA. The approachable menu consists of simple, flavorful, good food that is handcrafted, utilizing seasonally sourced ingredients with their integrity left intact. More
Apr 8, 2013 - 6:14:58 AM
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Vidifly launches new aerial video service
Wilton-based Metabulus, LLC has announced the launch of its Vidifly aerial videography service. The company flies remote controlled multi-rotor helicopters with high definition cameras, and captures highly immersive aerial video and stills that offer a unique perspective. The service is for real estate, golf and ski resorts, charity and sporting events, TV news and film, commercials and many other applications. More
Apr 7, 2013 - 6:27:19 PM
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Perone pleased with manufacturing assistance bill he co-sponsored
State Representative Christopher Perone (D-Norwalk) is pleased that a bill he co-introduced, which originated in the Commerce Committee, passed the Senate and the House earlier this month, and was signed by the Governor this Thursday. Senate Bill 801 makes Manufacturing Assistance Act funds available for the Small Business Express Program.
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Mar 22, 2013 - 11:52:13 AM
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