Joint Finance Committee Hearings Underway

Issue 5.5

February 1, 2019

Message from the President

A recent Brookings Institution study identified several job categories that are at “risk of automation”: Food preparation and service had a risk factor of 81%, Office administrative support clocked in at 60%, Farming/fishing and forestry at 56%, and Transportation and material moving at 55%. The researchers state that men, more than women, will be hit harder because they are more likely employed in the fields of transportation, construction, farming and production operations.

Legislative Priority

This week kicked off the first round of Joint Finance Committee Hearings. Meeting throughout February, JFC members will hear from each state government agency on what their budget needs are for the next year and what and how the programs they provide are faring. Of note this year is the Governor’s Recommended Budget setting aside 2% of revenues to be used in times of economic downturn.

Join us for the State of the Guard address at the Delaware National Guard Joint Force Headquarters

February 15, 2019

8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

FREE Nonprofit Security Workshop

Thursday, February 28, 2019

9:00 - 11:30 AM EDT

Community Services Building

Security is at the forefront of nonprofit leaders’ concerns. All nonprofits are exposed to security threats that can lead to the loss of data, money and reputation. Tech Impact understands these threats and can help you assess your risks and mitigate potential losses.

Delaware Manufacturing Association

by Bryan Horsey and Paul Morris

The transition is happening, and you should be very proud. Your relatives, friends and neighbors are working hard to transition

Delaware into next generation manufacturing; learning, adapting, and growing to succeed in our 21st Century hyper-competitive economy.

Chamber Leadership

with Joseph Purzycki

March 6, 2019

7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

University & Whist Club

Don't Forget to Register!

Spring Legislative Brunch

& Manufacturing Conference

March 19, 2019

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

DTCC - Terry Campus

Join the Conversation!

Small Business Year in Review

by Robert Smith

The Small Business Alliance (SBA) had a busy year in 2018 with enhancing its advocacy focus, highlighting small business achievers, expanding its offerings to small businesses, and increasing its membership. It was a special year, marking the 20th anniversary of SBA’s hallmark recognition program, Marvin S. Gilman Superstars in Business.