An immersive experience highlighting the state's commitment to innovation, creativity, and economic growth. 

About the Pavilion

The Connecticut Innovation Pavilion, a dynamic hub within the Yale Innovation Summit, showcases the state's thriving innovation ecosystem and infrastructure. Inspired by Connecticut’s Live, Work, Play campaign, the Pavilion will feature state resources, programs, and industry leaders dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and showcasing why Connecticut is a premier destination for startups. The Pavilion will offer opportunities to connect with Connecticut’s innovation ecosystem: engage in office hours with state officials, and experience CT-made products and services.
 

Resource hub for Connecticut Startups • Made in Connecticut Products •  Meet officials from CT Office of Innovation • CT Office of Business • Development • AdvanceCT • Small Business Boost Fund •  CTMakeithere.com • Office of Statewide Marketing and Tourism •  Connecticut Office of the Arts

Innovation MADE Leadership Event 

As the pace of innovation accelerates across industries, Innovation MADE serves as a vital forum for charting Connecticut’s path forward. This quarterly series, hosted by the State of Connecticut, convenes business leaders, entrepreneurs, and public sector innovators to exchange ideas, catalyze partnerships, and spotlight the state’s growing competitive advantage. The second installment of the series will take place at the Yale Innovation Summit on May 28, featuring a powerful conversation at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and business growth. 

“Connecticut offers an unparalleled value proposition for businesses with a highly skilled workforce, welcoming innovation ecosystem, and strategic access to global markets,” Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont said. “The MADE series is a platform to bring that value to the forefront, offering businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals the tools and connections they need to thrive. By fostering these discussions, we are expanding opportunity and driving growth for current and future businesses.”

Overflow Courtyard. 

Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Zhang Auditorium (SOM)
Dan O'Keefe Vlad Coric Jodie Gillon Kathryn Hauser Albert Green

State of Connecticut Office Hours

As part of Innovation MADE on May 28, we’re offering exclusive Office Hours starting at 11 AM inside the Connecticut Innovation Pavilion—your chance to sit down one-on-one with the people shaping opportunity across the state.

Each meeting is just 10 minutes—but the insights, advice, and connections could last a lot longer.

You can choose to meet with:

  • Sheila Hummel – Director, CT Office of Small Business
  • Anthony Anthony – Chief Marketing Officer, State of Connecticut
  • Jessica Dodge – CT Office of Innovation
  • John Bourdeaux – President & CEO, AdvanceCT
  • Paul O. Robertson – Deputy Commissioner, CT DECD
  • Connecticut Innovations – Representative TBD
  • Chris DiPentima – President & CEO, CBIA
  • Luke Blackadar – Attorney & Program Director, Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts of MA & CT

To book a time, reply directly to Kathryn.Damato@ct.gov. She’ll coordinate a 10-minute slot that fits your schedule.

Space is limited, so don’t wait.