Connecticut Secretary of State to Speak at Westport Library

Stephanie Thomas to discuss state-level issues at 'Your State, Your Business' event

Mar. 17, 2026 at 11:04pm

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Connecticut Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas is set to speak at the Westport Library on Thursday as part of the Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce's 'Your State, Your Business' series. The free event will allow local business owners and residents to learn about state-level issues and how they impact the Westport community.

Why it matters

The 'Your State, Your Business' series provides an important opportunity for the Westport community to engage directly with state government officials and understand how state-level policies and decisions affect local businesses and residents. As the state's top election official, Secretary Thomas' participation is particularly timely given ongoing discussions around voting rights and election integrity.

The details

During the event, Secretary Thomas will deliver a presentation, participate in a Q&A with Chamber Executive Director Matthew Mandell, and take questions from the audience. The event is free to attend but requires prior registration.

  • The event is scheduled for Thursday, March 17, 2026 at 11am.

The players

Stephanie Thomas

Connecticut Secretary of State.

Matthew Mandell

Executive Director of the Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce.

Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce

The local chamber of commerce hosting the 'Your State, Your Business' event series.

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What they’re saying

“This is a great opportunity for our business owners and residents alike to find out what is going on at the state level and how it relates to us here in Westport.”

— Matthew Mandell, Executive Director, Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce

What’s next

The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Interested attendees can sign up on the Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce website.

The takeaway

The 'Your State, Your Business' event series provides a valuable platform for the Westport community to engage directly with state government officials and better understand how state-level policies impact local businesses and residents.