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BRBC Presents Engage & Grow 2025 Expo

The Bridgeport Regional Business Council Presents Engage & Grow 2025 Expo at Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport on Thursday, March 20th from 1pm to 5pm.

Meet WICC’s Melissa Sheketoff at the WICC Table!

The Engage & Grow 2025 Expo will be the largest event powered by the Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC) and is poised to become the premier expo in the region. The event will feature a diverse range of pavilions, including Legal, Financial, Healthcare, Senior Living, Non-Profit, and Food & Beverage, among others. Attendees can also participate in a variety of educational workshops covering topics such as Entrepreneurship, Tax Filing, Social Media/Marketing, Financial Planning, Career Growth, and much more.

Admission to the Expo will be complimentary, with a nominal fee for access to the Food & Beverage area.

The Expo will be held in regional collaboration with the Greater Norwalk Chamber of Commerce, Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.

Don’t forget to join us for the March Madness Business After Hours celebration from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Atrium and Fanatics Sportsbook, located at the Total Mortgage Arena. It’s the perfect way to unwind and network after a day at the Expo!

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