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The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce (DSCC) is taking a deep dive into important topics at the forefront of the business community, and we’re featuring the experts—our members! Hosted by Kelly Basile, chief operating officer at DSCC, we are having candid conversations with everyone from CEOs, to interns, data scientists, community and government leaders, and more. Watch video versions of the podcast and view exclusive bonus content at https://www.dscc.com/podcast.html
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S6E5 Advocacy Starts With You
Advocacy doesn’t always begin with politics or lobbying. Often, it starts with relationships, participation, and business leaders simply sharing their real-world experiences. As Small Business Month…
S6E4 Can the Grid Keep Up?
As energy demand accelerates and grid constraints tighten, conversations around reliability, capacity, and affordability are becoming increasingly tied to Delaware’s economic future. In this episode,…
S6E3 A Foundation for the Future
Delaware has no shortage of ideas when it comes to strengthening our economy, but turning those ideas into real solutions can be a challenge. At a time when the state stands at a crossroads, the…
S6 MINISODE | Meet Innovator ILC Dover
ILC Dover has been part of Delaware’s manufacturing story for decades, supporting missions that reach far beyond the First State. In this minisode, Rob Reed, president of aerospace and defense…
S6E2 Delaware and Canada: Integrated Economies
Canada is Delaware’s top export market, making the economic relationship between the First State and our northern neighbor deeper than many people realize. From chemicals to agriculture and financial…
S6E2 MINISODE | A Conversation with Delmarva Power
This episode is sponsored by Delmarva Power. Energy costs have been top of mind for businesses and households alike, as demand grows and the energy landscape continues to evolve. In this minisode,…
S6E1 Meeting Employees Where They Are: The Importance of Preventative Care
Preventive care isn’t just a health benefit—it’s a business strategy. Access to preventive care can shape the health of a workforce and the strength of a business. Services like annual checkups,…
S5E5 The Athlete's Edge
The playing field and the boardroom may seem worlds apart, yet the lessons learned through sports often prove invaluable in the professional world. From preparation to discipline, teamwork, and…
S5E6 It Impacts Everyone: The Business of Child Care
Child care isn’t just a family concern. It’s a business issue. Behind every workforce statistic are real families making tough choices about work, career growth, and child care. In Delaware and…
S5E4 Trade Under Pressure: Tariffs & Geopolitics
Tariffs are one of the hottest topics in business right now—shifting from week to week, sparking debate, and creating uncertainty for companies across the globe. In this episode, Kelly is joined by…
S5E4 The Trends Shaping Delaware's Future
Delaware isn’t alone in navigating a period of rapid transformation. Political, geopolitical, technological, environmental, and demographic changes are reshaping how consumers spend, businesses…
S5E2 Building Delaware’s Economic Future, One Small Business at a Time
Delaware has a new governor—and with new leadership comes new ideas. Since taking office in January 2025, Governor Matt Meyer has made small business and entrepreneur support a key pillar of his…
S5E1 30-Year Overnight Successes: Nurturing Delaware’s Innovation Economy
Delaware is punching above its weight when it comes to innovation. Ranking 8th overall—and 1st for innovation environment—on WalletHub’s 2025 Most Innovative States list, the First State continues to…
S4 A Day in the Life of a CEO
This episode is sponsored by Cover & Rossiter. Running a business—regardless of its size—demands strategic acumen, dedication, and adaptability. While both share the foundation of serving a…
S4E6 Meet the Makers: Two Manufacturers Who Are Saving Lives and Inspiring Futures
Delaware is home to hundreds of manufacturers who employ more than 28,000 Delawareans and make innovative products with local and global impacts. As we witness the reshoring movement, there is an…
S4E5 Conscious Companies: Sustainable Employers are Desirable Employers
NASA research shows that reducing global emissions would prevent about 1.4 million hospitalizations and emergency room visits, 300 million lost workdays, and 440 million tons of crop losses in the…
S4E4 MINISODE | Meet Phil Vavala, Region President of Delmarva Power
This episode is sponsored by Delmarva Power. After more than three decades at the company, Phil Vavala brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the role of region president at Delmarva Power. A…
S4E3 Reaching New Heights: Lifting Your Employees & Your Business
This episode is sponsored by the Christiana Mall. It’s no secret that businesses are struggling for talent. Once you find those all-star employees, it becomes paramount to retain them. And…
S4E2 MINISODE | Preparing for the Delaware Paid Leave Program
This episode is sponsored by the Delaware Department of Labor. Chris Counihan, director of the Division of Paid Leave at the Delaware Department of Labor, joins Kelly to delve into the details of the…
S4E1 Beyond Breaking News: Why Local Journalism Matters
It’s not news that the news is in trouble. Your morning paper is thinner than it used to be. Important elections sneak up on you. You hear rumors of something that happened down the street or around…
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