CBIA: 2026 Connecticut Technology Summit – The AI Revolution

Artificial intelligence is igniting a new era of possibilities and quickly becoming a game-changer for businesses.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Michael Richards discusses the current state and future direction of AI policy with Hinckley Allen’s Stephanie Siegmann.

Thought leaders weigh in on developing AI regulations at state and federal levels—and business executives share practical strategies and best practices for integrating AI into your everyday operations.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, strategize, and connect with leaders from across the state.

7:30 am | Networking Breakfast

8:30 am | Opening Remarks

8:40 am | The AI Race 

• Michael Richards, Executive Director, Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement Center, talks with Stephanie Siegmann, co-chair of Hinckley Allen’s Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection and Artificial Intelligence practice groups

9:10 am | Emerging Intelligence: Shaping AI Policy for Tomorrow 

• Josh Geballe, Managing Director, Yale Ventures
• Senator James Maroney (D-Milford)
• Tatiana Rice, Senior Director for U.S. Legislation, Future of Privacy Forum

9:55 am | Networking Break

10:15 am | Small Business Adoption

• Moderator: Jessica Dodge, Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Department of Economic & Community Development
• Foster Charles, Founder & CEO, Charles IT
• Jason Pufahl, VP, Security Services, Vancord

11 am | Developing the AI Workforce

• Moderator: Frank Avery, Managing Director, Business-Higher Education Forum
• Adan Hernandez, North American Lead for Workforce, Accenture

11:45 am | Adjourn