Issue 9.10
March 10, 2023
75 Years of Building Inclusion
AND EASTERSEALS DELAWARE & MARYLAND'S
EASTERN SHORE IS JUST GETTING STARTED

“All abilities. Limitless possibilities.” Not just a slogan but a guiding principle. Founded in 1948, Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore is a local affiliate of Easterseals—a national nonprofit that provides disability services to people of all ages, including support areas serving seniors, military, and caregivers. One of the first nonprofits in the Delmarva Peninsula to help people with disabilities, this year they are celebrating a momentous milestone: 75 years of leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access for all. Read more >
The organization is one of few that can provide
care to a patient throughout their entire life— children’s therapy,
adult workforce and life-skills training, and senior care just
scratches the surface of the programming they provide.
EPISODE 7 | A SEAT AT THE TABLE
FEATURING JIM LEE AND MIKE SMITH
 
With many Boomers delaying retirement, Gen Xers in top management roles, Millennials starting to enter their mid-career, and Gen Z entering the workforce, there are four generations working side-by-side in the offices today, with wildly different priorities, preferred means of communication, and habits. In the season two premiere of Conversations with Kelly, Jim Lee of StratFi and Michael Smith of Navient sit down to discuss how all four of these generations can work together harmoniously.
 
IS YOUR BUSINESS READY FOR GEN Z?

A new generation has arrived. Gen Z will soon surpass Millennials as the most populous generation on earth. The impact of their entry will be swift and profound, its effects rippling through the workplace, retail consumption and technology, as well as in politics and culture. Radically different than Millennials, this generation has an entirely unique perspective on careers and how to define success in life and in the workforce. Read more >
Message From Our Chair
Solving some of our state’s workforce development issues can sometimes feel like calculus, when really all we might need to use is basic arithmetic. Let me explain.

I recently had the opportunity to speak to members of the State Chamber’s Delaware Young Professionals Network (DYPN) at one of their 2023 planning meetings. I was impressed by their professionalism, connectivity with each other, and the questions they asked. It was clear they were eager to learn and grow.

At some point during the conversation with the 20 members of DYPN’s planning committee, it struck me: I’m looking at the future of our workforce here in Delaware. These are the future leaders of our businesses, community, and government. Read more >
THIS WEEK IN DOVER
GENERAL ASSEMBLY RETURNS TO SESSION

​The Delaware General Assembly returned to session on Tuesday after a five-week break. Of note this week:

SB58: Removal of Copay Requirements for Delaware Families In Need
SB59: Act to Establish a Statewide Rate of Purchase of Care for Child Care Providers 
SB43: Display of Human Trafficking Public Awareness Signs
HB41: Digital Right to Repair 
HB1 & HB2: Legalization of Recreational Marijuana

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THE 2023-2024 LEGISLATIVE ROSTERS HAVE ARRIVED
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BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE!
The Legislative Roster is now also available as a mobile app. Call or email elected officials, visit government websites, and more directly from your phone.

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Upcoming Events
Chamber Leadership with Dr. Colleen Perry Keith
Tuesday, March 14
7:30 am - 9:00 am
 
University & Whist Club
805 N. Broom St., Wilmington
DYPN Happy Hour at
Crab du Jour
Thursday, March 23
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Crab du Jour
1000 Churchmans Rd.
Newark
Spring Manufacturing & Policy Conference
Tuesday, March 28
9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Delaware Tech
100 Campus Dr.
Dover