Monday Sep 29, 2025
Jess Tessman of the Alzheimer's Association of CT
The Jolt - Second Cup
The Jolt, brought to you by the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce, brings you closer to the those who make the area business scene thrive, who they are, issues they face and the great stories they have to tell.
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Episodes
Episodes
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Friday Jul 25, 2025
Reiki Master Teacher Cheryl Benanti joins the show to talk about how she got involved in the world of reflexology, how it's changed her life, the power of positive energy, and even a look into the world of Tarot readings.
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Mortgage Loan Originator Shaun Slight joins the show to talk about how a history major in college now makes a career helping people obtain the dream of owning a home.
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Rachel Boucher joins the show to talk about her unique transition into a career offering payment solutions to business, life lessons she's learned along the way, and her (tentative) plan for the future.
Thursday Apr 24, 2025
Thursday Apr 24, 2025
The newest member of the Chamber team, Evelyn Alejandro, joins the show to talk all things PYVOT as well as the inspirations and experiences that led her to taking the leap into owning her own business.
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
ReadyCT Employment Engagement Manager Adam Ney and Career Launch Coordinator Zarya Hernandez Salto join the show to talk about the next generation of the workforce and how the Student 5.0 program is making a huge impact.
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Lauren Howard, co-owner of Prestige Plumbing Werks, joins the show to talk about how he got into the plumbing trade, his vision for the company's future, and does his best to keep up with Andrew's plumbing puns!
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Lissa Jennings, Chair of the Thomaston Economic Development Commission, joins the show to talk about the new partnership with the Central CT Chamber, what makes Thomaston special, and even makes Andrew happy by delivering a few well-timed puns of her own.
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Johnny and Andrew reflect on 2024 and chat about what's ahead in 2025.
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
David Hirx, Vice President of Sports & Entertainment Sales, for the Hartford Athletic joins the show to talk about the USL club's past season, what's ahead in the future, and what sets the Athletic gameday experience apart!
Friday Nov 01, 2024
Friday Nov 01, 2024
Mary Rydingsward (I) joins the show in our special Meet the Candidate episode in the race for the 77th District.
About the
Central CT Chambers of Commerce
At the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce, our goal is to assist in making the connections needed to improve the quality of life for our residents and to continue to support business growth. We also strive to make new connections and bring new vitality to the region by encouraging new businesses to grow and expand, and by encouraging people to make use of the many options available for education, civic engagement, and cultural enrichment.
Visit us online at CentralCTChambers.org to learn more.