UPCOMING EVENT
Shaping CT's Future: Travel, Tourism, & Hospitality
Exploring New Possibilities for Travel, Tourism, and Regional Collaboration.
February 20, 2026 | 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Location: 350 Trolley Line Blvd, Mashantucket, CT 06338
Shaping is once again bringing leaders, creators, tourism partners, and the business community together to rethink how we tell our story — not from a boardroom, but from the ground, as people who actually experience this place.
Because before we can ask anyone to visit, we have to remember that we’re tourists, too. We’re the ones who need to get out of our seats, walk the towns we haven’t visited in years, rediscover the trails we forgot existed, taste what’s new, meet who’s new, and see our home with fresh eyes.
This initiative isn’t just about strategy; it’s about mindset. It’s about switching from “How do we drive tourism?” to “How do we live it?” It’s about leaders acting like explorers, employees acting like wanderers, and advocates acting like curious first-timers.
And as we gather again to shape what comes next, one thing has become clear: the story is bigger, the stakes are higher, and the opportunity stretches far beyond our borders.
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Our current sponsors have been instrumental in making our events possible, providing the support needed to bring together influential leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers. Their commitment not only enhances our gatherings but also underscores their dedication to fostering progress and driving Connecticut forward.
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