Issue 8.07
February 18, 2022
In Case You Missed It
HOW WOULD THE HEALTHY DELAWARE FAMILIES ACT
IMPACT YOUR BUSINESS?
The Delaware State Chamber, Delaware SHRM, and DelMarVa SHRM cohosted a webinar earlier this week to take a deep dive into Senate Substitute 1 for SB 1.

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A SECRET NO MORE
DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY'S TONY ALLEN
IS PAVING THE WAY FOR HBCUs

When Tony Allen arrived at Delaware State University (DSU) as provost in 2017, his stump presentation for legislators, donors, and community partners carried the title, “Delaware’s Best Kept Secret.”

Those days are long gone. DSU became the first Historically Black University to acquire another institution of higher learning (Wesley College in downtown Dover); developed into the nation’s number one provider of professional pilots of color; negotiated the first-ever agreement between an HBCU and the U.S. Agency for International Development; and received a $30 MM State investment to create an Early Childhood Education Innovation Center. Read more >
Delaware is fortunate to have a nimble and collaborative culture that has allowed for many successful workforce programs—like Zip Code Wilmington, Delaware Pathways, Intern Delaware, and Elevate Delaware—to be pioneered and change the lives of Delawareans. But how can we build upon those successes and replicate those models to address the needs in manufacturing and other industries important to the state? Our panelists will share innovative programs, strategies, and ideas that can be used across all industries to fill our labor needs.
Delaware Businesses Honored for
Supporting Military and Veteran Talent
The Joint Military Affairs Committee (JMAC) of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and New Castle County Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the 2022 recipients of the Delaware Warrior Friendly Business Award, which recognizes businesses’ efforts to support service members, veterans, and their family members through workplace initiatives. Read more >
UNDER 50 EMPLOYEES:
“Underemployment is a big challenge for the military community. Zip Code Wilmington is proud to be one of the first software boot camps in the country to offer VET TEC funding. We are honored to support our military community with upskilling or reskilling opportunities that lead to high-demand, good-paying software developer jobs.”

Desa Burton
Executive Director
Zip Code Wilmington
OVER 50 EMPLOYEES:
“We have a lot of people
who are very invested in
working with our military
veterans and they see the
value of their experience and training. We are honored to
receive an award for working
to bring more veterans into
our workforce.”

John Gooden
President & COO
M. Davis & Sons, Inc.
Join us virtually on February, 25 at 8:00 am for the annual State of the Guard address. The briefing includes an update on current missions, operations, and people of the Delaware National Guard.
President's Message
According to the National Retail Federation, Americans spent over $20 billion on Valentine's Day gifts in 2019 and were expected to spend a record-breaking $27.4 billion for 2020 — including $2.4 billion on candy alone. People also expected to spend an average of approximately $196 for Valentine's Day, with men spending around $291 compared to women spending $106. Read more >
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Upcoming Events
State of the
Guard Address
Friday, February 25
8:00 am - 9:30 am

To be held virtually
Spring Manufacturing & Policy Conference
Wednesday, March 16
8:30 am - 11:00 am

To be held virtually
Networking Breakfast
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Wednesday, March 23
7:30 am - 9:00 am

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