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DE222 Honoree: Halsey Spruance
Alma Maters: University of Pennsylvania, American University, George Washington University, University of Delaware. Boards: Brandywine Valley National Scenic Byway Advisory Board, Delaware Sea Grant Advisory Council, Fair Play Foundation, Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau, Historic Houses of Odessa, Society of Colonial Wars of the State of Delaware. Q&A: Favorite...
Easterseals receives $100K grant from New Castle County
NEW CASTLE – Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore,. one of Delaware’s largest non-profits, received a $100,000 grant from New Castle County to improve the organization’s building in New Castle for people with disabilities. Easterseals will use the grant to repair and upgrade existing bathrooms throughout...
DE222 Honoree: Carl Shaw
Title: Assistant Director of Community Engagement & Programs. Alma Maters: Wilmington University, Lincoln University. Q&A: Favorite thing about Delaware? “I love how the community is so close knit with accessible and engaged leadership. I also love late night strolls on the Riverfront boardwalk and tax-free shopping doesn’t hurt.”
Del. Business Roundtable sets agenda for workforce development
WILMINGTON — Delaware is at a crossroads when it comes to developing and retaining its workforce, and the Delaware Business Roundtable is pushing to create a new organization to address a long-term vision to chart a course. The Delaware Investment Agenda, drafted by TIP Strategies for the roundtable, outlines needs for revamped training programs, new.
DE222 Honoree: Matt Silva
Taking the reins from former Executive Director Bud Martin who saved the theater from collapse, Matt Silva is looking to build upon Wilmington’s professional theater company. In his first season, the theater was forced to replace a planned co-production with a version of “Man of La Mancha,” and found a surprise hit. In his second season at the helm, he’s already held productions of the Broadway classic “Noises Off ” and Layon Gray’s new production “Kings of Harlem.” In the spring of 2024, Delaware Theatre Company will be home to the world premiere of the new comedy production “The Flatlanders.”
DuPont continues deal with semiconductor incubator
WILMINGTON — DuPont has renewed an agreement with Silicon Catalyst, a startup incubator to help find opportunities for next-generation semiconductor materials. The deal allows Silicon Catalyst to provide strategic insight as DuPont continues to develop tomorrow’s electronic technology, materials and devices. DuPont has a long-storied history in fabricating semiconductors, the tiny electrical chips integral to nearly all modern consumer, commercial and industrial products.
With a great vision, support, Delaware life sciences can thrive
Roughly four years ago, we spoke with many bioscience stakeholders in Delaware about the need for more advanced lab space to ensure that start-ups stay rooted and flourish in the First State. Back then, the challenge was lack of space when our neighbors in Philadelphia were on target to bring 1.5 million square feet of.
Bioscience conference Delaware DNA returns in May
NEWARK — The top life science conference “Delaware’s DNA” will be back this May, and in its second year it will focus on how deep the roots of Delaware’s bioscience industry goes. The conference is organized by the industry’s trade group, the Delaware BioScience Association,...
Do More 24 campaign breaks donor records
Do More 24 Delaware held its ninth annual campaign with a record of nearly 20,500 donors and brought in over $2.3 million for more than 500 Delaware nonprofits throughout the state last week. The 24-hour campaign is organized by United Way of Delaware and Spur Impact to help nonprofits accelerate...
How the Right Partner Can Make Foreign Exchange a Less Foreign Concept
Touchstone Home Products has roots that originated 38 years ago and has since grown to be an industry leader in electric fireplaces, patio heaters, TV lift cabinets, and other home goods. The company has continually exceeded customer expectations, and as the business evolved, took an interest in electric fireplaces —...
Dover Kraft Heinz factory continues to rise
DOVER —The next time you enjoy a spoonful of Stove Top stuffing, you might want to give thanks to Delaware. The iconic stuffing mix – of which millions of boxes are reportedly sold each Thanksgiving – is one of the key product lines at the Kraft Heinz factory in Dover. “Our production lines are all.
Delaware unemployment rate flat as national rate drops
DOVER – Delaware’s unemployment rate remained flat for the fourth consecutive month in January, but the state’s number of jobseekers continues to push record highs, according to state officials. January saw a gain of 500 jobs and the loss of 900 jobseekers in the labor force, according...
DE222 Honoree: Leslie Shaffer
Alma Maters: University of Pittsburgh, John F. Kennedy University. Boards: Riverfront Wilmington Business Improvement District. Q&A: Favorite thing about Delaware? “The diversity of arts organizations.”. Leslie Shaffer came to the 44-year-old Delaware Contemporary, the state’s only contemporary art museum, in 2017 after having led Artspace in New Haven, Conn.,...
People on the Move: Mar. 8
People on the Move is a rundown of recent hirings, promotions, appointments and other notable movements by professionals in the state. If you’re interested in submitting an entry, please contact news@delawarebusinesstimes.com. Liberian President Joseph Nyumah Boakai appointed Jarso Maley Jallah, the associate vice president of student success at Delaware...
Beebe transitions billing to Ensemble Health Partners
LEWES — Beebe Healthcare will be transitioning its revenue collection and supply chain operations, affecting more than 260 employees in its network. Beebe President & CEO David Tam announced that the health care system has signed an agreement with Ensemble Health Partners to manage the revenue cycle department, or the area that handles the financial.
Chemours audit finds execs violate ethics code
WILMINGTON — Chemours’ internal audit has found that three executives, including CEO Mark Newman, violated the company’s ethics code to alter the appearance of cash flow targets dating back to the end of 2022. The company, famed for making Teflon, announced late Wednesday night that the audit...
DE222 Honoree: James Ray Rhodes
Alma Maters: Temple University, Wesley College, Hampton University. Boards: Kingswood Community Center, REACH Riverside, Ebony Tie Affair, Cornerstone Fellowship Baptist Church, MC917 (Monday Club Non-Profit Arm), City of Wilmington Licenses & Inspections Review Board. Q&A: What’s something interesting about you that isn’t on your resume? “I collect miniature owls, pens,...
State Chamber announces 2024 Superstars in Education & Training honorees
WILMINGTON – A skilled and educated workforce draws businesses to Delaware and encourages existing businesses to stay and expand here. Whether college-bound or preparing for a technical or trade job, individuals need to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to be successful. Superstars in Education and Training seeks to celebrate innovative programs that contribute to developing the state’s workforce—of today and tomorrow.
DE222 Honoree: Kate Ransom
Alma Maters: Yale University School of Music, University of Michigan. Q&A: What was your first job? “Violinist in the Nashville Symphony Orchestra for two years during high school.”. Acclaimed chamber violinist, artistic director, and teacher Kate Ransom has also served as the president and CEO of the Music School...
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