Looking Beyond Delaware

Issue 11.04

January 31, 2025

THIS WEEK IN DOVER

Next week, the General Assembly will go on Joint Finance Committee break and return to session on Tuesday, March 11. Here is an overview of what has happened this month, including several key executive orders, Governor's Cabinet confirmations, changes in the General Assembly, and some bills and resolutions the State Chamber is engaged on. Read more >

A HOMEGROWN COMPANY WITH A

GLOBAL FOOTPRINT

Big business has long recognized Delaware as a corporate mecca—and with good reason. Fortune 500® companies come here to settle disputes in the renowned Court of Chancery. The state is also a jurisdiction of choice for incorporation. However, that wasn’t always the case.

The Delaware General Corporation Law was enacted in 1899, the same year two attorneys founded separate companies to facilitate incorporation and serve as registered agents. In 1920, they merged to become Corporation Service Company, now branded as CSC. Read more >

LOOKING BEYOND DELAWARE

To stay competitive, it’s important to look beyond our borders and learn from states excelling in key areas of business and economic growth. We heard from the Ohio, North Carolina, and Florida chambers of commerce, each offering a unique perspective on economic success:

Florida: One of the fastest-growing states, attracting new residents and businesses at a record pace.
Ohio: Recognized as a top place for cost of doing business, making it an attractive destination for investment.
North Carolina: Consistently ranked a top state for business, with strong infrastructure and workforce development.

FLORIDA'S WINNING FORMULA

Florida's reputation as a top state for business and a growing population hub is no accident—it's the result of policy choices made by our Governor and legislature, outlined in the Florida 2030 Blueprint. Read more >

THE BUCKEYE BUSINESS BOOM

In July, CNBC released its annual Top States for Business rankings, and Ohio was proud to place seventh overall. In 2023, Ohio ranked 12th overall, and in 2022, we were 15th. Read more >

GONE TO CAROLINA IN YOUR MIND?

In 2022 and 2023, CNBC announced North Carolina as its top state for business and though we came in second in 2024, it isn’t because we fell, Virginia just caught us.