Advocates for Hartford Businesses
The Hartford Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization committed to advocating for the Hartford business community by facilitating discussions, hosting events and networking opportunities, and making introductions.
Our capital city is a great place for businesses to grow and are committed to increasing access to resources, connections, and knowledge.
As champions for Hartford, we showcase opportunities for residents and visitors to engage with this retail, dining, and entertainment destination.
Meet the Team
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Julio Concepción
Executive Director
“I love living in Hartford because I can ride a scooter, eat some snacks, have some coffee, chill in the park, and walk along the river all before 9am on a weekday.”
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Marian Andoh Clarke
Director of Small Business Development
“I’ve always loved Hartford as a destination city. My favorite part are the events because they promote diversity and showcases the positivity and opportunities Hartford has to offer.”
Email: mandoh-clarke@metrohartford.com
Phone: (860) 402-8866
Board Members
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Max Kothari
Board Chair
CEO, Express Kitchens -
Ben Dubow
Board Member
Forge City Works -
Yvon Alexandre
Board Member
ACA Foods -
Julio Concepcion
Board Member
MetroHartford Alliance -
David Griggs
Board Member
MetroHartford Alliance -
Jim Boucher
Board Member
Southwest/Behind the Rocks NRZ -
Kim Hawkins
President & CEO, HEDCO, Inc.
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Jeff Devereux
Board Member
Breakfast Lunch & Dinner -
Moraima Gutierrez
Board Member
Small Business Administration -
Kevin Kenny
Board Member
Lexington Partners -
Chelsey Mancini
Board Member
Red Rock Tavern -
Jordan Polon
Board Member
Hartford Business Improvement District -
Rick Stevens
Board Member
Severance Foods -
Alex Pilon
Co-Owner, Bloom Bake Shop
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Clarissa Heredia
Business Developer and Sales Manager, Colt Gateway
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Paige Berschet
Director of Small Business Initiatives and Support, City of Hartford