Issue 7.31
July 30, 2021
Message from the President
In a CNBC story, workers 45 to 60 are the most overlooked cohort of workers. Gen X workers are mid-career and make up a “consistently high percentage of the long-term unemployed. Most notably, the research (conducted from March ‘21 to May ‘21) found that hiring managers across the board considered those who are 45-years-old and above to be the worst cohort in terms of application readiness, fitness, and previous experience." Read more >
HAMBURGER HOTSHOT
DELAWARE'S LARGEST MCDONALD'S FRANCHISEE
IS USING HIS SCALE FOR GOOD

For decades, our locally owned and operated McDonald’s restaurants on Delmarva have served customers delicious, high-quality menu items in a convenient and comfortable environment. Seeing those Golden Arches brings back the nostalgia for us all. ... And while the menu may have changed throughout those years, their founding principles have not: satisfy each and every customer, respect your employees, and give back to your communities. Read more >
GRAB YOUR EYEPATCH!
AUGUST 5 | 5:30-7:30 PM

Join us for a fun, dockside evening
mixer on the Kalmar Nyckel.

Space is limited
$35 Members | $45 Future Members
Restaurant, Meeting & Banquet Guide
YOUR GO-TO GUIDE FOR ALL THINGS MEETINGS & EVENTS WITH STATE CHAMBER MEMBERS

As we begin to phase back into the ability to hold gatherings, the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 Restaurant, Meeting & Banquet Guide is a one-stop resource for planning your next meeting or event. Download the full guide >
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
TOURISM IS BACK BUT BUSINESSES ARE
OVERWHELMED WITH INSUFFICIENT STAFFING

Visitors are flocking to Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. While jobs are available at hotels, restaurants and shops, all businesses are feeling a squeeze without enough applicants. Watch this ABC News story featuring DSCC member, The Bellmoor >
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Upcoming Events
Networking Breakfast at Goldey-Beacom College
Wednesday, August 4
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Chamber Chase
Golf Tournament
Wednesday, September 8
10:30 am - 6:30 pm
Delaware Networking Station
Tuesday, September 21
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm