Economic Summit + Outlook 2026

Thu Jan 29 2026 at 08:30 am to 11:45 am UTC-05:00

Connecticut Convention Center | Hartford

CBIA
Publisher/HostCBIA
Economic Summit + Outlook 2026
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Learn how board chair and CEO David Cordani has expanded The Cigna Group's international footprint and driven sustainable growth.
About this Event

David Cordani, board chair and CEO of The Cigna Group, headlines CBIA’s 2026 Economic Summit + Outlook, discussing his perspectives on navigating unpredictability, leading through disruption, and unlocking long-term value.

Learn firsthand how the Fortune 15 company has expanded its international footprint, driven sustainable growth, and led industry-defining conversations around wellbeing and corporate responsibility.

You won’t want to miss hearing from one of today's most influential voices in business strategy and economic leadership, as he outlines his strategies for delivering results in today’s fast-evolving global marketplace.

Janney Montgomery Scott chief fixed income strategist Guy Le Bas will review the state of the regional and national economies and share his outlook for GDP growth, interest rates, and the labor market.

A bipartisan group of state legislators will share their priorities for the critical 2026 General Assembly session, as policymakers head into an election year amid rapidly changing federal policies.

And don’t miss the chance to network with hundreds of your peers from around Connecticut!

Agenda

7:30 | Networking Breakfast

8:30 am | Opening Remarks

  • Chris DiPentima, President & CEO, CBIA

9:15 am | Reimagining Connecticut: 2025 General Assembly Session

  • Moderator: Chris Davis, VP, Public Policy, CBIA

9:55 am | Networking Break

10:15 am | Connecticut Economic Update

  • Guy LeBas, Chief Fixed Income Strategist, Janney Montgomery Scott

11 am | Keynote

  • David Cordani, Chair & CEO, The Cigna Group

11:45 am | Adjourn


The Economic Summit + Outlook 2026 is made possible through the generous support of Webster Bank, with additional support from Eversource Energy.

Contact at 860.244.1930 to add your support.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, United States

Tickets

USD 140.00 to USD 750.00

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