A decade ago, Dr. Devona Williams was appointed to the Delaware State University Board of Trustees. Holding a Ph.D. in Public Policy and running a successful performance consulting company that provides advice to the governing boards of multiple organizations, she didn’t let the fact that there has never been more than two female trustees out of fifteen on the University’s board bother her. “I was ready to make a difference in higher education. I was really surprised that there were so few women,” she says, remembering that moment. Read more >
“When you become absolutely committed to eliminating all glass ceilings for women, you find all of these exceptionally talented people eager for the chance to prove themselves.” — Dr. Irene Chapman-Hawkins
WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE
THE STATE OF WOMEN IN CORPORATE AMERICA
By McKinsey & Company and LeanIn.org
Women in the Workplace is the largest study on the state of women in corporate America. The study was launched in 2015 to give companies insights and tools to advance gender diversity in the workplace. Read more >
“Turning Brownfields into BrightFields!” For Delawareans and surrounding states, there is a sense of pride and appreciation for the collective devotion of businesses, both small and large, to maintaining and restoring a high quality of environmental stability throughout the region. A particular business leading the impact through its own projects and expertise provided to clients: BrightFields, Inc.—a woman-owned, environmental consulting and remediation firm. Read more >
“I’ve loved owning our business in Delaware.
The small state shines through its business
community and access to work with elected officials." — Marian Young, BrightFields, Inc.
President's Message
While job openings have declined, they haven't declined nearly enough. Combined with inflation and consumers' response to it, these are some of the headwinds facing businesses in these challenging times. Here is a short summary of things drawn from the National Association of Manufacturers' (NAM) Monday Economic Report. Read more >
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
The Delaware Young Professionals Network and Leadership Delaware co-hosted a panel discussion on soft skills and professional brand development for Intern Delaware participants at CSC Station.
