Pulse of the Region

(Originally released 12/18/25) In this episode of Pulse of the Region, we sat down with Jessica Kearney, Vice President of the Travelers Institute , and Rich Ives, Senior Vice President of Business Insurance Claims, Travelers , to discuss the Travelers Institute and highlighting how they’re approaching mental health in the workforce. Pulse of the Region is recorded at ⁠The Swift Factory ⁠ and prod...

(Originally released 12/11/25) In this episode, we sat down with John Turgeon, Mel Walker, and Drew Illingworth of CohnReznick to discuss insights on AI, the importance of having guard rails in place when implementing AI workflows, and more. Pulse of the Region is recorded at ⁠The Swift Factory ⁠ and produced in partnership with the ⁠ North End Partnership⁠ .

(Originally released 12/4/25) In this episode, we sat down with Mike Shea, Executive Director at the Connecticut Airport Authority . We discussed the exciting renovations underway at Bradley International Airport, how new flight offerings are established, and explored how the airport works as a major driver of economic development in the region. Pulse of the Region is recorded at ⁠The Swift Factor...

(Originally released 11/14/25) FROM THE VAULT: HYPE’s NextGen Summit is an annual event focused on young professionals and the future of work. Listen to our episode from this past November, where we sit down with Lauren Zevetchin, Executive Director of HYPE, alongside leadership experts that took to the stage at NextGen Summit 2025. This episode features Peter Callahan, PCC, Engagement Manager, Le...

(Originally released 11/13/25) Pulse of the Region premieres in our new home at The Swift Factory! For our first episode in the studio, we sat down with Brenda Watson, Executive Director of the North Hartford Partnership and Swift Factory, and Patrick McKenna, North Hartford Partnership’s Director of Sustainability and Real Estate. We discuss the North Hartford Partnership and the transformation o...