Reputation MADE is where bold ideas meet real-world strategy.

On November 6 at UConn Stamford, join business leaders, nonprofit changemakers, and public officials for an afternoon dedicated to one thing: helping you stand out in today’s crowded, 24/7 media landscape.

Expect a day packed with energy, ideas, and connections:

🙌 Lunch & High-Impact Networking – Kick things off with great food and even better conversations.

🎙️Main Stage Inspiration – Hear from Daniel O’Keefe, Connecticut’s DECD Commissioner & Chief Innovation Officer, along with a dynamic keynote speaker (to be announced).

📍Panel: The Secret to Standing Out – Chief Marketing and Communications Officers from across Connecticut will share candid insights on what’s working right now.

🔀 Pick-Your-Own Breakout Sessions – Dive into the topics that matter most to you:

Behind the Headlines: PR on any budget with Emmy Award-winning journalist Michelle Bonner
Resonance > Reach: Building deeper connections with audiences with Anthony Anthony, Connecticut’s Chief Marketing Officer
Building Effective Influencer Partnerships with Kathleen Roche, Founder of Connecticut Bucketlist
Making a Difference One on One: Community impact with Brandon McGee, CEO of the Connecticut Social Equity Council
Advocate for Your Cause and Company with Paul Mounds, Jr., VP of Community, Corporate, and Government Relations at Yale New Haven Health
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your brand, sharpen your storytelling, or grow your influence, Reputation MADE is designed to give you practical tools you can put to work immediately—all while expanding your network with some of Connecticut’s top leaders.

This isn’t another lecture. It’s a masterclass in communication, connection, and cutting through the noise.

Seats are limited — reserve yours today.

The event is presented in partnership between the State of Connecticut, CBIA, WTNH, WICC, and Hartford Business Journal.