Economic development leaders say the move of a global company to Hartford will create innovation hub
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A major player in the technology innovation space is moving to the Capitol City. Governor Ned Lamont announced Friday, HCL Technologies will be opening an office in downtown Hartford.
HCL operates out of 50 countries globally and reported revenues of $10.8 billion last year. The conversations about moving to Hartford started two years ago. Then, the pandemic hit and company leaders had to do all the planning virtually.
State economic leaders say HCL Technologies opening an office in Hartford creates an innovation hub.
Jill Kouri, the chief marketing officer of HCL says they have “22,000 people and are growing strong.”
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