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Welcome!

Welcome to the Department of Economic and Community Development’s Office of Manufacturing resource center. This is your central location for resources available to Connecticut manufacturers.  

Our state stands out for its work to support our manufacturing ecosystem. We know you're crucial to our continued economic success! That's why we created and continue to invest in the Manufacturing Innovation Fund, established the first Chief Manufacturing Officer position in the U.S., and more.

We are confident that you will find the resources you need to help grow your business. Please reach out to us with feedback on how we can make it easier to grow your manufacturing business in Connecticut!

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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.
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Manufacturing Innovation Fund

The MIF was established to help state manufacturers remain highly skilled and globally competitive by investing over $100 million to foster growth, innovation, and continued excellence in CT manufacturing.
Learn More About the Fund  
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Paul S. Lavoie, Chief Manufacturing Officer

Lavoie is giving manufacturers a seat at the policy-making table, coordinating efforts from the state and private sector to expand manufacturing in Connecticut.
Get to Know Lavoie  

Latest News

Deloitte's 2023 Manufacturing Industry Outlook Available

Despite supply headwinds, labor shortages, and an uncertain economic environment, the manufacturing industry continues to surpass the expectations of previous years.
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DECD Releases 2022 Manufacturing Innovation Fund Report

Driving the Demand for Our Supply Chain provides at-a-glance manufacturing sector data, economic growth statistics, and a deep dive into the use, impact, and fiscal accounting for all MIF-funded programs.
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How Is Your State Advocating for Manufacturing?

Paul Lavoie, Connecticut’s Chief Manufacturing Officer, shares five questions that leaders must ask to build a strong ecosystem supporting manufacturing innovation.
The Five Questions 

IndustryNet Reports on The Big Picture Report

Nearshoring has improved our supply chain. IndustryNet reports how, after months of supply chain constraints and historic demand, the U.S. manufacturing climate is shifting once again.
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CBIA 2022 CT Manufacturing Report Released

Review the state of manufacturing in Connecticut, the impact of an uneven economic recovery, and the outlook for the next 12 months, including growth factors, policy priorities, and hiring and investment trends.
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CT MET Career Fair Coming in April

The Connecticut Manufacturing, Engineering, & Technology Career Fair will be held April 4 at Quinnipiac University. It’s FREE for all CT employers and attendees.
CT MET Career Fair 2022