August President's Message

Dear Members and Friends of CASIA,

As September approaches, many of us are getting back into our regular schedules after a busy summer. It’s been a fantastic season for our association, filled with the best networking events in the industry, membership growth, and momentum. Coming together in force at our Lobster Bake in June, followed by our Golf Class is July, strengthened our association, and welcomed new members into the fold. In fact, we’re excited to share that CASIA is closing in on the 100-member milestone—a true testament to the strength of our industry here in Connecticut and the value of this association.

The energy and engagement we’ve seen this year are inspiring, and I’m confident we’ll carry that momentum through the rest of 2025.

And speaking of momentum, I couldn’t be more excited about what’s next: our brand new October Fest Expo on October 16th at The VUE in Hamden, CT. This is going to be a first-of-its-kind event for CASIA—a chance to spend time with fellow members, see the latest from vendors, enjoy October Fest-themed food and beer, and connect with our community in a fun, productive way. I encourage every one of you to join us and make this inaugural expo a huge success for our industry here in Connecticut.

As we wrap up summer and look ahead to the busy fall, I want to wish you and your families a safe and happy Labor Day weekend. Thank you for all you do to support CASIA and for being part of this strong, growing association family. I look forward to seeing you in October!

Sincerely,

Jim Carey
CASIA President