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DPP Signs MOU with UK’s Port of Blyth

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DPP Signs Memorandum of Understanding with UK Port to Further Innovation, Market Growth

Port of Blyth CEO Martin Lawlor, left, and Delaware Prosperity Partnership Global Advisor David Smallman sign the five-year memorandum of understanding at the Port of Blyth offices in Northumberland, England.

Partnership aims to support economic development and growth of energy transition opportunities in both regions

November 4, 2024

Delaware Prosperity Partnership (DPP), the lead statewide economic development organization for Delaware, and the Port of Blyth (PoB), a leading offshore energy base in the North East of England, have signed a cooperative agreement to leverage the strengths of both organizations to foster innovation, facilitate market expansion and enhance workforce capabilities in both Delaware and Blyth.

The five-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) outlines areas of action for a partnership that will enhance the visibility of both DPP and the Port of Blyth while also supporting economic growth for Delaware and the North East of England. The agreement, which was signed in Northumberland, England, aims to drive mutual benefits through potential economic development, knowledge sharing, promotion and consulting services.

Created in 2017, Delaware Prosperity Partnership is the nonprofit public/private organization that leads Delaware’s statewide economic development efforts to attract, grow and retain businesses; build a stronger entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem; and support private employers in identifying, recruiting and developing talent.

Located on the East Coast of the UK, the Port of Blyth is a leading offshore energy support base, an important hub for the movement of a range of project, containerized, dry bulk and break-bulk cargoes as well as a key location for offshore decommissioning. The Port is a single day’s drive from all mainland UK destinations and is used as a strategic hub by shippers serving Northern England and Scotland.

“The Port of Blyth is one of the leading ports in the world that really know how to handle companies in the energy transition space, and DPP is eager to tap into its expertise,” said Kurt Foreman, President and CEO of DPP, who attended the signing virtually. “Formalizing our cross-Atlantic relationship will allow DPP to leverage the port’s considerable capabilities and experience and enhance our ability to assist companies from Delaware and abroad, build further connections and, where possible, aid in creating more jobs and more revenue both here and overseas.”

Representing DPP at the signing on-site was DPP Global Advisor David Smallman, who worked with DPP Director of Innovation Noah Olson – who also attended virtually – to craft the agreement. Representing the Port of Blyth was PoB CEO Martin Lawlor.

“We look forward to working together with DPP to share best practices and explore new markets,” said Lawlor. “The signing of the MOU reflects a strong commitment to building a collaborative framework that prioritizes mutual benefits, innovation, and sustainable growth for both the Port of Blyth and DPP.”

North East England includes Northumberland, County Durham and Tyne and Wear. The Port of Blyth has a strategic central location on the east coast of the UK and is well placed for offshore wind-related opportunities in the North Sea and beyond.

DPP has a longstanding relationship with the region and the organizations that support its business community. DPP previously had signed an MOU with the former North East Local Enterprise Partnership in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

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Free Small Biz Help from JPMorgan Chase

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JPMorganChase Program Offering Free Tips and One-on-One Guidance to Small Business Owners

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Complimentary ‘Coaching for Impact’ Service Provides Entrepreneurs with Answers to Commonly Asked Questions

September 26, 2024

Delaware may be the corporate capital of the world, but it’s small business that actually powers the economic engine of the First State.

Ninety-eight percent of businesses in Delaware have fewer than 100 employees. All together, they employ more than 227,000 people, representing 56% of the state’s workforce, according to the Delaware Division of Small Business for Delaware’s small business owners.

Depending on the year, anywhere from 3,000 to 4,000 entrepreneurs open the doors of a new Delaware-based business for the first time. But after countless hours just to get to that point, the next set of challenges – like scaling their company for long-term success – can trigger a whole new set of questions.

It helps to know someone with the answers. And that’s what fledgling entrepreneurs can find through JPMorganChase and its Coaching for Impact program, a complimentary, one-on-one service that connects small business owners with Certified Small Business Consultants.

“Coaching for Impact is a unique program that helps you look at your business from a financial, marketing and operational perspective,” said Nathan McCann, senior business consultant for JPMorganChase. “Ask yourself: When are you ever going to have the opportunity to be mentored by a financial professional? We’re here to help business owners maintain, grow and scale their businesses.”

It’s common for many small business owners to discover that the operational methods they used to start their business may not be the same ones they need to scale it.

That’s where a business advisor or coach can help, identifying areas of improvement or places to access additional financing.

“Growing a business is never easy, no matter what revenue stage your business is currently in,” McCann said. “As a business owner, you should not feel you are in this alone. A coach may help you see your business in ways you may have not thought about.”

The program has helped more than 5,000 businesses grow and will be expanding to 38 cities by the end of this year.

Seeking out expert advice is one way to take a small business to the next level. Other ideas include:

  1. Secure additional financing. Small business owners should consider future financing plans, such as applying for more loans, grants or investor funding. Building a strong relationship with also can help connect small business owners to other resources.
  2. Streamline operations. Digital tools can simplify and automate processes like invoicing, approvals and payments. Real-time payments can make it easier to move money faster, improving cash flow while minimizing the risk of fraud.
  3. Build a team. While many small businesses are solo operations, adding team members can help manage the workload and allow the business to run more smoothly. When hiring, owners should look for employees with industry expertise to help put the business on the path for lasting success.
  4. Expand your network. A good idea isn’t enough – early-stage entrepreneurs need advisors, consultants and experts who have seen it all, or who know someone who has. One way to meet someone like that is by attending trade shows and networking receptions. Making these connections can also help open the business to new customers.

For more tips and resources to help you grow your small business, visit chase.com/business and chase.com/business/coaching-for-impact.

This article was originally published by Spotlight Delaware at https://spotlightdelaware.org/2024/09/26/sponsored-jpmc-small-business/.

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Hanover Foods Investing in Clayton Site

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MISI Funding Will Help Hanover Foods Upgrade Delaware Site’s Infrastructure and Equipment

DPP’s Kurt Foreman and Charles A. Madden. Hanover’s David Shaqfeh and Will Choi, KEP’s Linda Parkowski, Hanover’s Justin Prystajko and DPP’s Megan Kopistecki are shown following the Council on Development Finance meeting.

State Grant Will Support 100-Year-Old Corporation’s Investment in Over $5M in Updates at Clayton Facility

September 23, 2024

A 100-year-old producer and distributor of canned and frozen vegetables and refrigerated and canned meal products has received a Delaware Modernization Investment Support Initiative (MISI) grant to help update its plant in Clayton.

Hanover Foods Corporation has been approved for up to $1 million in funding from the state pilot program that aims to help Delaware businesses evolve and remain competitive within their industries. The company will apply the grant toward a more than $5 million project to improve its Clayton site with modernized drying and freezing infrastructure and upgraded harvesting, washing and sorting equipment.

Hanover contracts with 41 farms in Delaware and 38 farms in Maryland to have them grow peas, corn, lima beans and edamame on behalf of the company. Hanover then harvests, processes, packages and distributes the products for sale at grocery retailers across the United States. Hanover’s Clayton plant employs 55 workers year-round and adds more than 100 additional seasonal workers between May and November.

“With this investment, Hanover will be able to modernize their technology to continue operations and potentially expand,” said Governor John Carney. “Without this investment, the 100-year-old company may have made the tough decision to close their sole Delaware facility, located in Clayton. Thanks to the Delaware Prosperity Partnership (DPP) and the Kent Economic Partnership (KEP) for their effort to support existing employers that are critical to our community.”

Hanover Foods was founded as Hanover Canning Company in 1924 to assist Hanover, Pennsylvania-area farmers in packaging and distributing their produce and has grown into an industry leader in the growing, processing, packaging, marketing and distribution of a wide range of food products. The company currently has 10 domestic plants in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware and two international plants in Guatemala.

Hanover Foods is a key employer in Kent County and a vital player in Delaware’s agriculture sector. Largely because of its operations in the state, Delaware is the #1 producer of lima beans in the United States.

“Hanover Foods has a longstanding history as an integral part of the agriculture supply chain in Delaware and surrounding areas,” said KEP Executive Director Linda Parkowski. “The MISI grant will allow them to modernize and stay competitive and remain a part of Delaware agriculture for many years to come.”

The MISI pilot program was created in 2023 following a proposal by DPP and the state Division of Small Business. Up to $5 million from the Delaware Strategic Fund has been approved for distribution through the MISI pilot to help existing Delaware companies preemptively avert or reduce future potential risks to jobs and operations and encourage reinvestment toward long-term sustainability. DPP previously supported successful MISI applications from Wilmington’s High-Tech Machine Co. in 2023 and Newark’s Natural Dairy earlier this year.

KEP and DPP learned of Hanover Foods’ needs when they connected with the company through their Business Retention Engagement efforts. Both economic development organizations supported the company’s MISI funding request to the state Council on Development Finance.

“Hanover Foods has long valued our trusted partnerships with Delaware and Maryland farmers, and we are proud to be the employer of choice for our team members at our Clayton, Delaware, facility,” said David Shaqfeh, president of Hanover Foods Corporation. “We are grateful to the Delaware Prosperity Partnership, the administration of Governor John Carney and our other state and county partners for working with us to help keep Hanover Foods a strong and vibrant contributor to the local and state economy.”

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About DPP

Created in 2017, Delaware Prosperity Partnership (choosedelaware.com) is the nonprofit public/private organization that leads Delaware’s statewide economic development efforts to attract, grow and retain businesses; build a stronger entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem; and support private employers in identifying, recruiting and developing talent.

About Hanover Foods

Hanover Foods Corporation (hanoverfoods.com) is committed to a vision of growing, manufacturing and packaging nutritious, high-quality and affordable foods in categories across the food spectrum. The fully integrated, self-producing, American, family-owned manufacturer of frozen, canned, fresh, deli and snack foods has a passion for continuous improvement, sustainability, innovation and growth in each category.

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UD-DSU Degree Grows Engineer Pipeline

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UDel-Del State Dual-Degree Program Will Help Diversify Area’s Engineering Talent Pipeline

University of Delaware and Delaware State University faculty and staff with the first cohort of the UD-DSU Summer Engineering Research Experience.
Photo by Kathy F. Atkinson.

September 12, 2024

Enrollees Study a STEM Field for 3 Years at DSU, Then Attend UD for 2 Years to Complete Both Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Engineering

By Jamie Washington

The 53 miles between the University of Delaware in Newark and Delaware State University in Dover feels a bit closer now for the first cohort of DSU students in the Summer Engineering Research Experience, which is part of the dual-degree engineering partnership at the two schools.

Jada Moore, a rising DSU junior majoring in engineering physics with a bioengineering concentration, is one of the seven students who participated in the 10-week program designed to help them connect with UD faculty and with each other.

“It’s really the best of both worlds,” said Moore, who initially planned to enter the workforce after earning her bachelor’s degree at the historically Black college/university (HBCU) but is now planning to add a graduate degree from UD. “DSU students interested in engineering and the HBCU experience can learn the basics of engineering at DSU and then drive about an hour away to get their master’s in engineering from UD.”

Students in the dual-degree program study a STEM field for three years at DSU, which does not offer an engineering major, then attend UD for two years to earn a bachelor’s and master’s in engineering, said Levi Thompson, the Elizabeth Inez Kelley professor chemical and biomolecular engineering, who helped launch the partnership in 2021 during his term as dean of the College of Engineering. The dual-degree program takes five years, while completing the two degrees separately would typically take at least six years.

“It is an enriching educational opportunity for DSU students to go beyond the fundamentals of engineering and a chance for both universities to add even more excellence to the engineering workforce in Delaware,” Thompson said.

Kim Isett, UD’s vice provost for academic programs and university initiatives, said the partnership itself reinforces the essential value of collaboration.

“Collaborative programs like this ensure student success and create a pool of well-qualified job applicants for the state of Delaware and beyond,” she said.

Before leaving DSU to finish their studies at UD, students will attend the Summer Engineering Research Experience at UD each summer.

“The Summer Engineering Research Experience is a valuable opportunity for students to continuously engage in master’s level research while building relationships within their cohort and becoming familiar with UD’s faculty and staff,” said Noelle-Erin Romero, the director of UD’s RISE program.

Students received individualized academic advising before enrolling in their required UD Summer Session course, which will transfer to DSU to fulfill their undergraduate requirements. They were also paired with a UD professor who served as their research mentor and assigned the research project that they would discuss at UD’s Undergraduate Research Symposium.

Each week students attended professional development workshops and program check-ins with UD leadership and engineering industry professionals.

“These were pivotal in preparing students for their future careers and provided them with opportunities to connect with leaders in their field and gain invaluable insight,” Romero said. “The relationships forged highlight the ongoing support of local companies and are leading to internships and opportunities for students to start building skills for future success.”

The students also engaged in social activities every other weekend to build camaraderie within their cohort, Romero said.

As the program develops, students will also have the opportunity to complete a summer internship, beginning in 2025. Over a dozen companies have expressed support and their shared interest in diversifying the engineering workforce in the state, said Tripp Shenton, associate dean for undergraduate education in the College of Engineering and professor of civil and environmental engineering.

“This program opens doors to high-impact careers, fosters a more diverse and inclusive workforce and strengthens Delaware’s innovation ecosystem,” said Cherese Winstead, dean of DSU’s College of Agriculture, Science and Technology and professor of chemistry as well as member of the Delaware Prosperity Partnership Board of Directors.

This article was originally posted on the University of Delaware website at https://www.udel.edu/udaily/2024/september/dual-degree-partnership-engineering-summer-program-delstate-hbcu/.

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MISI Will Help Natural Dairy to Compete

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Woman-owned Organic Dairy Approved for MISI Funding to Upgrade Equipment

Charles A. Madden of DPP, Stephanie McVaugh of Natural Dairy and Megan Kopistecki and Becky Harrington, both of DPP, following the Council on Finance Development meeting.

$858K Modernization Grant Will Help Newark Business Compete in Its Industry

August 26, 2024

A 30-year-old organic dairy company in Newark, Delaware, has received a grant from a pilot program aimed at helping Delaware businesses evolve and remain competitive within their industries.

Natural Dairy Products Corporation has been approved for up to $858,400 in Modernization Investment Support Initiative (MISI) funding toward equipment upgrades totaling nearly $4.3 million. MISI monies will support the company’s Shelf-Life Extension Project, which includes replacing aging, inefficient filling machines – some dating from as far back as the 1960s – that cannot provide the longer shelf life the industry now requires.

“Agriculture is Delaware’s number one industry. Natural Dairy will use this grant to upgrade their equipment and stay competitive,” said Governor John Carney. “This is what the Modernization Investment Support Initiative is designed to do – help companies like Natural Dairy stay and grow in the First State.”

The MISI pilot program was created in 2023 following a proposal by Delaware Prosperity Partnership (DPP) and the state Division of Small Business. Up to $5 million from the Delaware Strategic Fund has been approved for distribution through the MISI pilot to help existing Delaware companies preemptively avert or reduce future potential risks to jobs and operations.

Natural Dairy was begun by the MacArthur family in 1994 in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and is now located on Markus Court in Newark, Delaware. The Delaware dairy company produces milk and dairy products, serves as a contract manufacturer and also has expanded into plant-based products and juices. Natural Dairy supports 22 organic dairy farms in the tri-state region and employs Delawareans of various skill levels in good-paying manufacturing jobs.

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In recent years, limitations posed by aging equipment have led Natural Dairy to lose contracts and be unable to bid for new ones. As a result, the company had to reduce its production schedule from seven days per week to four and cut its full-time employee positions from 24 to 21. Replacing its quart and half-gallon filling machines over the next two years will allow Natural Dairy to better serve current customers, bid on new contracts and restore its staff totals and production schedule.

Current owner Stephanie McVaugh, a Goldey Beacom College graduate, had begun working at Natural Dairy in 1999. The company moved from Pennsylvania to Delaware due to the utilities available and Newark’s strategic location along Interstate 95.

“In the past few years,” McVaugh said, “our team became very aware that adding shelf life to our fluid products through modernizing our equipment would be the key to our future growth and success.”

DPP connected with Natural Dairy as part of the statewide economic development organization’s Business Retention Engagement program and supported the company’s MISI funding request to the state Council on Development Finance. Last year, DPP supported a successful MISI application from Wilmington’s High-Tech Machine Co.

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Advancing Precision and Predictive Medicine: Delaware’s Role in Two EDA Designated Tech Hubs

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Delaware Innovative Environment Helps Businesses Thrive

Delaware’s strategic location and robust life sciences ecosystem play a pivotal role in two major tech hubs designated in 2023: the PROPEL Tech Hub in Philadelphia for precision medicine and the Baltimore Tech Hub for predictive medicine. Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (tech hubs), as designated by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), signal a strong endorsement of a region’s plan to become a global leader in a critical technology ecosystem over the next decade. A key member of the Philadelphia PROPEL Tech Hub and adjacent to the Baltimore Tech Hub, Delaware features an innovative life sciences ecosystem as well as a fundamental commitment to building partnerships between industry, academia, and government. 

Delaware’s Involvement in the PROPEL Tech Hub 

The PROPEL Tech Hub, anchored in Philadelphia and organized by the Benjamin Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania, aims to accelerate the development and implementation of precision medicine solutions by leveraging robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), data processing, and other cutting-edge technologies. Delaware emerges as a key player in this initiative through the active involvement of leading tech entrepreneurs, incubators, and advocates, including the Delaware Innovation Space, the Tech Council of Delaware, the University of Delaware, Delaware State University, the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL), Zipcode Wilmington, and more. 

Central components of the tech hub led wholly or in part by Delaware companies and institutions include workforce development, biomanufacturing, and entrepreneurship. These efforts highlight the strength of Delaware’s life sciences and biotech ecosystem. The Tech Council of Delaware, in partnership with Philadelphia Works, will continue initiatives in workforce development, aiming to expand regional biotech training programs to reach a diverse, skilled workforce. NIIMBL and the University of Delaware will spearhead the biomanufacturing component of the PROPEL Tech Hub, focusing on increasing the capacity of training programs, advancing technologies, and improving speed-to-market in the sector. For entrepreneurship, the Delaware Innovation Space and the Ben Franklin Technology Partners will accelerate the commercialization of new technologies and expand founder, corporate, and venture networks. 

Delaware’s Role in the Baltimore Tech Hub 

The Baltimore Tech Hub focuses on combining biotechnology with AI and ML to create predictive medicine solutions, aiming to transform healthcare by accelerating the commercialization of precision healthcare technologies. While Delaware is not officially a partner in the Baltimore Tech Hub, its proximity to Baltimore and wealth of innovation resources can support the hub’s entrepreneurship and commercialization efforts. Delaware offers access to capital, lab space, and mentorship programs, providing startups and entrepreneurs with valuable opportunities to develop and test innovative products. Additionally, Delaware’s highly skilled life sciences workforce offers a significant advantage for companies and institutions in the Baltimore Tech Hub, positioning them for success from the start. 

Leading the Way as a New U.S. Tech Hub

Delaware’s distinct contributions in the PROPEL Tech Hub in Philadelphia and its proximity to exciting developments in the Baltimore Tech Hubs underscores the state’s substantial biotechnology and life sciences ecosystem. By leveraging its strengths in workforce development, biomanufacturing, and entrepreneurship, Delaware not only enhances regional collaborations but also positions itself as a critical player in the future of healthcare innovation. This integrated approach promises to deliver groundbreaking solutions that improve health outcomes and drive economic growth, benefiting the entire region and beyond. 

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AirJoule Locating at 2 Sites in Delaware

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New Venture Concentrating on Advanced Dehumidification and Atmospheric Water Harvesting Chooses Delaware for Location

Bryan Mack (Delaware Prosperity Partnership), Jonathan Tracy (AirJoule), Matthew Grandbois (AirJoule), Noah Olson (Delaware Prosperity Partnership) and Yvonne Deadwyler (New Castle County Chamber of Commerce) following the Council on Finance Development meeting.

AirJoule, created by GE Vernova and Montana Technologies, opening sites in Newark and Wilmington

July 23, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del. – AirJoule LLC (“AirJoule” or the “Company”), a 50-50 joint venture between GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) and Montana Technologies Corp. (Nasdaq: AIRJ) that focuses on economical atmospheric water harvesting, has chosen to locate in Delaware.

AirJoule is leasing a 30,000 square-foot site on Shea Way in the Newark area’s Delaware Industrial Park for its main office and manufacturing facilities. It is also leasing 500 square feet at The Innovation Space in Wilmington’s DuPont Experimental Station for research and development activities.

The Company projects an investment of up to $15.3 million to prepare the Newark site for its operations. It also anticipates hiring up to 60 employees for professional, skilled and semi-skilled technical positions with salaries ranging from $60,000 to over $100,000 during the next few years.

“This is exciting news for Delaware. AirJoule’s decision to bring administrative, manufacturing and research operations to the First State creates a variety of job opportunities for Delawareans,” said Governor John Carney. “I want to thank the Delaware Prosperity Partnership for its continued work to make sure Delaware has a vibrant workforce and a strong economy.”

AirJoule uses an environmentally friendly, sorbent-based process with minimal emissions to produce efficient and sustainable air dehumidification and harvest pure distilled water from air. Designed to reduce energy consumption and generate material cost efficiencies, the AirJoule system eliminates the need for refrigerants, uses little energy and works in both humid and arid environments.

AirJoule is a 50-50 joint venture between GE Vernova and Montana Technologies. GE Vernova is a publicly traded global leader in electrification, decarbonization and energy solutions, with more than 80,000 employees across 100 countries, that generates approximately 30% of the world’s electricity and serves many of the world’s leading utilities and large industrial electricity users. Montana Technologies is a publicly traded corporation that developed the AirJoule system based on a concept developed by researchers at the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.

AirJoule’s location in Delaware will further strengthen the state’s advanced chemical and materials science industries while contributing to global decarbonization initiatives.

“Congratulations to AirJoule on the location of their main office and manufacturing center in Newark, along with their cutting-edge R&D site in Wilmington,” said New Castle County Executive Matt Meyer. “Their commitment to pioneering atmospheric water harvesting through innovation and collaboration is truly inspiring, and we wish them a future filled with sustainable solutions and impactful advancements.”

Following a referral from the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce, DPP collaborated with the Company, the State of Delaware, and other partners to help AirJoule select its sites in Delaware. DPP supported AirJoule’s request to the Council on Development Finance for a Jobs Performance Grant of up to $540,000 and a Capital Expenditure Grant of up to $460,650 from the Delaware Strategic Fund. Distribution of these grant monies is dependent on the Company meeting commitments as outlined to the CDF, which reviewed and approved AirJoule’s request for up to $1,000,650 in total funding.

According to Company officials, AirJoule selected Delaware over another potential location primarily due to the state’s robust talent pool of chemical engineers and its business affordability.

“We are thrilled to be establishing our main office and manufacturing facility in the vibrant state of Delaware,” said AirJoule CEO Bryan Barton, who previously worked at other companies in Delaware. “Delaware’s dynamic business environment and talented workforce make it the ideal location to locate our operations.”

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About Delaware Prosperity Partnership

Created in 2017, Delaware Prosperity Partnership is the nonprofit public/private organization that leads Delaware’s statewide economic development efforts to attract, grow and retain businesses; build a stronger entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem; and support private employers in identifying, recruiting and developing talent.

About AirJoule LLC

Created as a 50-50 joint venture between GE Vernova and Montana Technologies in March 2024, AirJoule offers transformational technology that enables the atmosphere to become an around-the-clock renewable energy and water resource. It is the exclusive commercialization entity resulting from technologies developed both at GE Vernova and Montana Technologies. Furthermore, it is one of the first business transactions from GE Vernova’s Ventures and Incubation group, which brings leading energy transition innovations to customers by collaborating with startups.

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Nurturing Talent: Delaware’s Initiatives in Education and Workforce Training

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July 17, 2024

Delaware is making significant efforts to ensure a successful and skilled workforce for the future, engaging various stakeholders and organizations to continue strengthening the state’s vibrant and diverse labor pool. These efforts include the expansion of career and technical education programs through Delaware Pathways and the state’s vocational technical school districts, as well as specific workforce initiatives in STEM and the life sciences.

Delaware Career & Technical Education Opportunities

Delaware has been a pioneer in developing career and technical education programming through Delaware Pathways, a collaborative initiative involving communities, schools, and industry to bridge the gap between education and employment. With over 30,000 students enrolled in at least one pathway at 89 middle and high schools in 2023, Delaware Pathways gives students the opportunity to learn the fundamentals and explore their interests in a variety of industries, including agriscience, manufacturing, information technology, STEM, and more. Through job placements and other work-based learning experiences, students gain essential soft skills such as timeliness, professionalism, and career aspiration.

Additionally, Delaware’s vocational-technical (vo-tech) school districts play a critical role in preparing students for the workforce by offering specialized training and educational programs. Each county has its own vo-tech district. The vo-tech schools in Delaware are full-day, offering a typical high school experience complete with sports teams and prom. The vo-tech districts emphasize the direct connection between education and employment through co-ops and other job placement opportunities, setting a foundation for lifelong learning and career advancement. The vo-tech school districts also offer adult and continuing education coursework to the community.

While enrolled in Pathways or vo-tech schools, many students earn apprenticeship credits through coursework or dual enrollment in Delaware Technical Community College (DelTech), the statewide community college with campuses in each county. In addition to certificate and two-year degree offerings, DelTech has also established over 200 connected degree agreements, creating smooth transfer opportunities to four-year bachelor’s degrees programs. Through the SEED (Student Excellence Equals Degree) scholarship, Delawareans of all ages are eligible for free tuition at DelTech, greatly expanding access to higher wages and economic prosperity.

STEM & Life Sciences Workforce Diversity

Other key workforce development programs in Delaware focus specifically on the life sciences sector and STEM career pathways. Many of these programs aim to bolster the state’s STEM talent pool and promote diversity within these fields, such as Zip Code Wilmington. Zip Code Wilmington offers a 12-week coding bootcamp that teaches individuals of all ages and backgrounds the necessary skills to attain a high-demand software programming career. By building long-term, lasting relationships with tech companies and creating a highly-skilled talent pipeline, Zip Code Wilmington aims to lift the community in the greater Wilmington area and support economic growth.

Additionally, the recently announced Delaware Center for Life Science Education and Training will partner with industry, educators, and government to address the demand for a skilled life science workforce through recruitment and training efforts. Expected to open in early 2025 in downtown Wilmington at the Chemours STEM Hub, the Center has initial funding of $3 million for a three-year pilot program to train individuals of all ages in basic laboratory and biomanufacturing skills. As Delaware’s life sciences sector continues to drive economic growth in the state and region, this initiative represents a significant partnership between education, industry and government, ensuring Delawareans of all backgrounds will have access to good jobs in a growing field.

A Skilled & Competent Workforce is Necessary for Economic Growth

Through these initiatives along with many others, Delaware is not only preparing its youth for the challenges of the future through career education and training, but also fostering an environment where businesses can thrive with a skilled and competent workforce. By starting career education early, expanding vocational training and tuition-free adult education, and promoting diversity and continued education in STEM and the life sciences, Delaware is setting a model for other states to follow in workforce development.

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The Blue Economy in Delaware Opens Doors for Opportunities

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June 24, 2024

The coastal regions of Delaware represent significant drivers of economic growth in maritime industries, including blue tech and tourism. As the lowest-lying elevation state in the country, Delaware has unparalleled access to a variety of water bodies as well as the ability to address key issues around climate change and coastal resilience to open up doors for the blue economy in Delaware. From the estuaries and salt marshes of the Delaware River and Bay to the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, the Blue Economy in Delaware continues to innovate and expand.

Blue Tech Innovation

The Blue Economy can refer to multiple ideas, including economic activity related to the ocean or marine-driven projects focused on sustainability and resilience. In Delaware, key advancements in the Blue Economy revolve around blue tech like ocean robotics, offshore wind, and aquaculture. A major component supporting innovation in these fields stems from Project Align, Build, Leverage, and Expand (Project ABLE), a workforce development initiative at the University of Delaware (UD) in support of advancing the Blue Economy.

While Delaware’s unique geographic and oceanographic characteristics provide the foundation for advancements in blue tech, it’s the collaborative commitment between academia, industry, and government that provides the framework to support advancements in blue tech. For example, University of Delaware’s (UD) operates a fleet of research vessels that facilitate research not only for faculty, students, and scientists, but also government agencies and private industry across the country. Additionally, UD’s Robotic Discovery Laboratories at the campus in Lewes support the advancement of underwater robotics with seven robots housed in the labs.

Aquaculture and offshore wind also make up a significant portion of Delaware’s blue economy. Delaware Sea Grant, another UD initiative, works in numerous inland bays to enhance shellfish aquaculture, supporting local oyster farmers and cultivating a sustainable food source as well as improving water quality due to the oysters natural filtration ability. In terms of offshore wind, UD is again on the frontlines, partnering with a Delaware Technical Community College to create an offshore wind training initiative to prepare students with the prerequisite safety skills to enter the industry. Delaware sits near multiple offshore wind projects from New Jersey to Virginia that are under development, and the state is also within driving distance of three ports integral to the assembly of offshore wind turbines.

Tourism and the Culinary Coast

The innovations and advancements in blue tech are not the only thing cooking on Delaware’s coast and supporting economic growth. In Sussex County, locals and tourists alike can indulge in the Culinary Coast: “Life tastes better here”. The Culinary Coast refers to a region encompassing all southern Delaware, from the pastoral landscapes of Greenwood to the lively boardwalk and beaches in Rehoboth. Reflecting its agricultural roots, the region features exceptional restaurants with world-class chefs, such as past James Beard-nominated restaurants Heirloom and One Coastal, that focus on locally-grown, farm-to-table produce and seafood. Not only does the reputation of the Culinary Coast reflect its economic impact, but it also exemplifies the quality of life in Delaware.

In addition to the fantastic food, the coastal areas of Delaware continue to draw thousands of people each year to its stunning beaches. The pristine sands and clear waters of Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, and Cape Henlopen not only provide a picturesque escape for tourists but also serve as significant economic drivers for the region. These beaches are hubs of activity, offering a blend of family-friendly attractions, vibrant boardwalks, and a plethora of recreational activities that boost local businesses. Not just a seasonal beach town, a growing number of residents stay year-round down the shore, supporting a wide range of enterprises from hospitality to retail, and spurring investment in infrastructure and real estate. The thriving beach economy fosters job creation, contributes to the state’s revenue through tourism taxes, and enhances Delaware’s appeal as a prime destination for both relaxation and business opportunities.

Maritime Economy Grows Opportunities

In conclusion, Delaware’s coastal regions are not just picturesque vacation spots but pivotal economic engines driving growth and innovation. From the cutting-edge developments in blue tech and sustainable aquaculture to the bustling tourism and culinary delights of the Culinary Coast, the state leverages its unique geographic and oceanographic advantages to foster a robust Blue Economy. Collaborative efforts between academia, industry, and government play a crucial role in supporting these advancements, ensuring Delaware remains at the forefront of maritime innovation and resilience. As Delaware continues to attract visitors with its stunning beaches and exceptional food, the economic benefits extend well beyond tourism, creating a dynamic and thriving coastal economy that supports local businesses, generates jobs, and enhances the overall quality of life in the state.

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DCP ‘Opens the Box’ at Delaware Site

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Delmarva Corrugated Packaging ‘Opens Box’ on $90M-Plus Green-Friendly Super Plant, Celebrates 160 Jobs Brought to Delaware

Company also announces new solar panel project and Autism Delaware partnership

June 24, 2024

DOVER, Del. – Delmarva Corrugated Packaging (DCP) showcased its 465,000-square-foot, energy-efficient, rail-served, full-line corrugated manufacturing facility during a recent “OPEN THE BOX” event at the Delaware plant.

DCP’s Dover facility, which is located on a 37.4-acre site at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway, strengthens the critical logistical supply chain of the Mid-Atlantic region. It has been operational since December 2021 and currently has 160 full-time manufacturing positions that have significantly improved workers’ ability to move up the skilled labor ladder.

Filled with the latest technology for its industry and relying on advanced manufacturing practices, DCP’s plant was built to be 30% more efficient than required on energy and diverts millions of tons of post-consumer wastepaper from landfills each year. As announced during the event, further green initiatives for the company include installation of a 2-megawatt photovoltaic system that officials believe will be the largest rooftop solar panel installation in Delaware. The project will allow about one-third of the facility’s power to come from the sun, and it is estimated that the system will take power off the local grid that is equivalent to the electricity needed to power roughly 250 homes.

Also during the event, DCP announced a programming partnership with Autism Delaware and presented a $10,000 check to Executive Director Brian Hall. The partnership and donation will support participation in social opportunities for families presented with the unique challenges of autism.

Federal, state, local, business community and company officials praised DCP’s impact on the Delaware, Kent County and Dover-area economic landscape.

“Delaware is a small state, but we use that to our advantage to work together to create a nurturing environment for job growth and job preservation,” said U.S. Senator Tom Carper. “This is a great example of the county, state and federal governments coming together to support good-paying jobs and a company that gives back to its community. That’s what I call a win-win!”

“Delmarva Corrugated Packaging’s commitment to green energy and strong supply chains ensures that they’ll be a key player in Delaware’s economy,” said U.S. Senator Chris Coons. “It was great to join the rest of the state delegation to cut the ribbon on their Dover facility, and I look forward to seeing their continued growth that will create more good-paying jobs for Delawareans.”

“Today, we’re opening the box on a new chapter for Dover that was made possible by federal, state and local partners working together,” said U.S. Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester, who is a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. “I’m glad to join Delmarva Corrugated Packaging to celebrate this achievement that is investing in our state’s capital community, creating jobs and strengthening our supply chains.”

“Delmarva Corrugated Packaging’s new manufacturing facility has created 160 new jobs for Delaware and strengthens our region’s supply chain,” said Governor John Carney. “We are grateful they chose Kent County for this major facility. I want to congratulate them on opening their doors and thank all the partners involved in this project, including the Delaware Prosperity Partnership, the Kent Economic Partnership, the City of Dover and members of the General Assembly.”

In 2020, Delaware Prosperity Partnership and Kent Economic Partnership assisted DCP in their site search and worked with the State of Delaware, Kent County, the City of Dover, Delmarva Central Railroad and other community partners to attract the company to Delaware. The DCP plant is in an Opportunity Zone and was supported by grants from the Delaware Strategic Funds and the Delaware Transportation Infrastructure Investment Fund. The project highlights the importance that partnerships and coordination among federal, state and local programs in attracting industry.

“The reception we have received from the State of Delaware, from Kent County, the municipality, you could not have been more welcoming,” said DCP Chairman Dennis Mehiel. “We’re proud to be here, and we are extremely grateful to the community in both the business and the public sector.”

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Startup302 Recognizes 15 Ventures

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Fourth Startup302 Pitch Competition Awards Grants, Prizes to 15 Ventures with Underrepresented Founders

Funding, connections and other resources provided to winning tech-enabled startups led by members of underfunded groups

May 28, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del. – Fifteen tech-enabled startups with at least one team member from an underfunded demographic are sharing $170,000 in nondilutive, nonrestricted grant monies from Delaware’s fourth Startup302 competition, which was coordinated by Delaware Prosperity Partnership (DPP) and partners from throughout Delaware and beyond.

Companies competed in five categories and represented multiple industries in the live pitching round, which took place May 16 at Delaware Art Museum in Wilmington, Delaware. All three finalists in each category were awarded as follows:

Delaware Impact

  • 1st: Futures First Gaming (Wilmington, Delaware) – $20,000 plus a one-year membership to World Trade Center Delaware and a marketing consultation with Aloysius, Butler & Clark
  • 2nd: The LeGrand Company (Hockessin, Delaware) – $10,000 plus a one-year membership to World Trade Center Delaware
  • 3rd: Tri-State 3D Tech & Design Firm (Wilmington, Delaware) – $5,000 plus a one-year membership to World Trade Center Delaware

Early Stage

  • 1st: Inclusion Unpacked (New York, New York) – $9,500 plus a marketing consultation with Aloysius, Butler & Clark
  • 2nd: HouseCall VR (Wilmington, Delaware) – $6,500 plus a one-year membership to World Trade Center Delaware
  • 3rd: Kazi Konekt (Atlanta, Georgia) – $4,000

Environmental Impact

Environmental Impact

  • 1st: Dunya Analytics (Wilmington, Delaware) – $20,000 plus a one-year membership to World Trade Center Delaware and a marketing consultation with Aloysius, Butler & Clark
  • 2nd: Baleena (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) – $10,000
  • 3rd: Sundial Foods (Albany, California) – $5,000

FinTech

FinTech

  • 1st: Lipaworld (New York, New York) – $20,000 plus a marketing consultation with Aloysius, Butler & Clark
  • 2nd: Sharely (Fort Myers, Florida) – $10,000
  • 3rd: Instarails (Alpharetta, Georgia) – $5,000

Life Sciences

Life Sciences

  • 1st: Swan NeuroTech (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) – $20,000 plus a marketing consultation with Aloysius, Butler & Clark
  • 2nd: BioLattice (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) – $10,000
  • 3rd: Graftable (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) – $5,000

Finalists with University of Delaware-affiliated founders also were considered for the Blue Hen Prize, which was sponsored by the University of Delaware’s Horn Entrepreneurship program:

  • 1st: Dunya Analytics (Wilmington, Delaware) – $7,500
  • 2nd: The LeGrand Company (Hockessin, Delaware) – $2,500

In addition to the finals-day activities, competitors benefited from participation in educational networking events with potential advisees and funders. These included a welcome reception on May 15 and a breakfast with investors on May 17.

“We’re so grateful for the ongoing support from sponsors and community members for this exciting competition, and, as usual, we were extremely impressed by the quality of the startups who made it to the finals,” said DPP Director of Innovation Noah Olson. “Startup 302’s mission to support founders from underrepresented backgrounds is such an important one, and this year’s finalists not only further enhance the wellspring of innovation developing in Delaware but offer technologies and solutions that truly will make the world a better place.”

Startup302 launched in 2020 and is coordinated by DPP and partners from the local, regional and national innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems with an aim to foster diverse perspectives, promote inclusive and equitable consideration and attract diverse communities of founders to the region. Competing companies must be technology-based or tech-enabled with high-growth potential and at least one founding team member from an underrepresented group: women; people of color, including African Americans, Latin Americans and Native Americans; and members of the LGBTQ+ community – all of whose ventures are underinvested in relative to their demographic’s percentage of overall United States population. Including this year, Startup302 has awarded $813,000 in funding to 52 ventures since the first finals took place in 2021.

There is no charge for companies to enter. This year’s competition launched in December and attracted more than 100 applicants from throughout Delaware and across the United States as well as Mexico and two countries in Africa. Two preliminary rounds and a semi-final round, all conducted remotely, determined which ventures would compete in the final in-person round.

Finals day began with Michelle Harris, Delaware District director, Small Business Administration, giving the morning keynote address on how SBA assistance for small businesses helps boost the U.S. economy. Erika Lucas, founder of StitchCrew, gave the afternoon keynote “The Majority Economy: Economics of Why We Need to Invest in Diverse Founders.” Other speakers included Don Mell, executive director and site leader for the Delaware Market of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., who discussed Chase’s new program to help with environmental impact, and Molly Giordano, executive director of Delaware Art Museum, who welcomed participants to the venue and invited them to view the exhibition “There is a Woman in Every Color.”

The educational panel discussion “Preparing for Funding” was moderated by Troy C. Farmer, owner of EVA Enterprises and manager of the Delaware Small Business Development Center’s Community Navigator Program. Panelists were Christine Parrish of Ardent Technology Solutions; RoseAnn B. Rosenthal of the First Fund; Marcie Reilly of The Innovation Space; and Blessy Thomas of Innovative Capital Growth Fund.

Judges for the finals included Regina Barry of Ashland; Jonathan Burbaum, Entrepreneur in Residence, The Innovation Space; Dora Cheatham of First State Hydrogen; Cynthia Conway of Oakwise Marketing; Daniel Freeman of Horn Entrepreneurship; Christine Galib of Venture University Venture Partners; Juliana Green of FMC Ventures; Elyce Hall of the Small Business Development Center; Martin Hunt of Swanlaab USA Ventures; Anastasia Jackson of the Delaware Division of Small Business; Nicholas Moriello of Highmark; Dwayne Parker of Highmark; Janet Reed of Potter Anderson; Luz A. Sellers of the Women’s Business Center at True Access Capital; Billy Taki of ResilienceVC; Amy Walls of Discover Bank; Troy Wilford of Horn Entrepreneurship; and Laura Wisler of the Delaware Division of Small Business.

Judges for the preliminaries and semi-finals included Nathaniel Brese of DuPont; Desa Burton of ZipCode Wilmington; Leopoldo Carbajal of DuPont; Cora Castle of OmniPotential Energy; Ryan Hamilton of Ashland; Ellyn Herbert of the Small Business Administration; Lisa Hoffman of FMC; Garry Johnson III of First Founders; Katie Lakofsky of the Delaware BioScience Association; Jeff Meth of DuPont; Michael Mills of DuPont; Pedro Moore, Fintech Incubator/True Access Capital mentor; Liz Nutting of Discover Bank; Dwayne Parker of Highmark; Mike Rinkunas of Flying Pig Ventures; Maggie Schano of Highmark; Lori Sefton of the University of Maryland; Jeff Snellberg of Pennsylvania Angel Network; Lauren Swain of the Delaware Division of Small Business; Xavier Thomas of DuPont; Joe Zilcosky of the Delaware Division of Small Business; Deb Travers of The Innovation Space; and Matthias Weber of Mighty Capital.

Pitch sessions were moderated by steering committee members Alysse Bortolotto of the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce; Troy Farmer of EVA Enterprises; Cathy Holloway of the Emerging Enterprise Center; Ayanna Khan of the Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce; and Marcie Reilly of The Innovation Space. Other steering committee members included Salaika Adams of the Women’s Business Center at True Access Capital; Daniel Anzueto of StartOut; Sara Crawford of Sara Crawford, Consultant; Emiliano Espinosa of the Chesapeake Agriculture Innovation Center; Sarah Mailloux of the Small Business Development Center; Darren Stephenson of Bronze Valley Gener8tor; Linda Walck of Horn Entrepreneurship; and Troy Wilford of Horn Entrepreneurship.

Sponsors included the Delaware Division of Small Business (Innovator Level); Discover Bank (Business+ Level); Chase (Supporter+ Level); DuPont, FMC, Highmark Delaware and the University of Delaware Horn Entrepreneurship Program (Supporter Level); Ashland, Bronze Valley VentureLab, Delaware Small Business Development Center Community Navigator, The Innovation Space, M&T Bank and Potter Anderson (Basic Level); and Aloysius Butler & Clark , Delaware Art Museum, Delaware Limo, Delaware Small Business Development Center, Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront, StartOut, True Access Capital Women’s Business Center and World Trade Center Delaware (In-Kind Level).

“DPP and its partners are excited to showcase these amazing companies and to help give them exposure, connections and a monetary boost to keep them moving forward on their entrepreneurial journey,” said DPP Innovation Manager Erica Crell. “We thank our sponsors and all of those who help bring this program to life and allow it to continue successfully impacting underrepresented members of the startup community.”

Descriptions of each competing company and biographies for the speakers and other participants are available in the Startup302 program booklet.

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Incyte Grows in Downtown Wilmington, DE

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Incyte Chooses to Grow in Delaware with Investment in New Downtown Wilmington Site

Global biopharmaceutical company will relocate more than 300 Pennsylvania jobs with space for more than 500 new, future positions

May 22, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del. – Incyte, a Delaware-founded global biopharmaceutical company with a robust portfolio of treatments across oncology and inflammation and autoimmunity, has chosen downtown Wilmington, Delaware, for an expansion.

Incyte today announced it has purchased the Bracebridge I and Bracebridge III buildings at King and French streets in downtown Wilmington. The structures were built in the mid-1990s for MBNA and used by the bank until its 2006 merger with Bank of America, which eventually left both sites empty. Incyte will renovate the buildings, whose 517,307 square feet will almost double the company’s Delaware footprint, starting with Bracebridge I. The new space will allow Incyte to continue building its Delaware employee base by bringing in more than 300 employees currently working in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, and provide space to grow and add more than 500 new positions across the two buildings in the future.

“Incyte’s decision to move their headquarters to downtown Wilmington is not only a big deal for the city – it’s a big deal for our state,” said Governor John Carney. “Incyte is a Delaware success story. Incyte grew out of its space at the DuPont Experimental Station and moved hundreds of employees into a renovated headquarters at Augustine Cut Off. Not only does this announcement mean more great jobs in our state – but it means that there is more opportunity for Incyte to keep doing good in our community and across the world. Incyte’s research makes a huge difference in peoples’ lives. We couldn’t be prouder to call them a Delaware-grown company and we’re excited about their next chapter. I want to thank Incyte’s leadership for their commitment to Delaware.”

Incyte was founded in Delaware in 2002 and has grown steadily over the last 22 years. The company has its European headquarters in Switzerland and maintains commercial operations and offices in other European locales as well as in Asia and Canada. Since 2014, Incyte’s global headquarters has been a former Wanamaker’s department store site just outside the Wilmington city limits in Alapocas. That location, which has been expanded to include three buildings, currently houses the company’s corporate and research and development teams.

Expanding its offices to downtown Wilmington will create numerous benefits for Incyte – vacated office space at the Alapocas campus will be converted into much-needed lab space and will accommodate the company’s projected future growth. The City of Wilmington will also benefit from the resulting reduction in office vacancy and the new-to-Wilmington jobs, which will be skilled, technical and managerial positions with annual salaries ranging from over $90,000 to over $200,000.

Following the May 20 Council for Development Finance meeting, DPP’s Noah Olson, Becky Harrington and Kurt Foreman were joined by Andrew Harton and Regina Mitchell of the Delaware Division of Small Business; Sean Park and James Williams of the City of Wilmington Office of Economic Development; and Catalina Loveman, Kevin Davis and Tom Tray of Incyte.

“I am extremely pleased to welcome Incyte to Wilmington, a city historically known as the home of corporate innovation, creativity and development,” said Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki. “Incyte is a company with motivated leadership that is addressing complex health needs throughout the world. And now, that important work will be conducted from an expanded company location in our city, and we couldn’t be more excited. In addition to enhancing the Wilmington business community, Incyte will provide a wonderful boost to our local economy. I offer thanks and appreciation from our entire city to Chief Executive Officer Hervé Hoppenot and the Incyte team and Governor John Carney and the state team for working with the city to make this happen.”

“Delaware has been our home for more than 20 years, and we are looking forward to expanding our operations in Wilmington and continuing to grow our company here,” said Incyte Chief Executive Officer Hervé Hoppenot. “We are grateful to the continued support of the state, the city and others, including DPP, who have supported our company and fostered innovation and growth in our region.”

DPP worked with Incyte – collaborating with the State of Delaware, the City of Wilmington and other partners – to explore Delaware sites for expansion. DPP also supported the company’s request to the Council on Development Finance for a Jobs Performance Grant of up to $9,177,075 and a Capital Expenditure Grant of up to $5,670,000 from the Delaware Strategic Fund. Distribution of these grants is dependent upon the company meeting commitments as outlined to the CDF, which reviewed and approved Incyte’s request for up to $14,787,075 million in total funding.

“Incyte has been an innovative pillar of the Delaware business community since it was founded here in 2002, and Delaware Prosperity Partnership is pleased to support the company’s expansion into downtown Wilmington,” said Rod Ward, co-chair of DPP’s Board of Directors. “New jobs and capital investment of this project’s magnitude will provide a tremendous boost for the city and create opportunities that will benefit many Delaware families along with the community at large.”

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DPP contact: Susan Coulby, Senior Manager, Communications, 302-983-5710 (cell), scoulby@choosedelaware.com

State of Delaware contact: Emily Hershman, Director of Communications, Office of Governor Carney, 302-943-0097 (cell), Emily.Hershman@delaware.gov

City of Wilmington contact: John Rago, Deputy Chief of Staff, Mayor’s Office, 302-420-7928, jrago@WilmingtonDE.gov

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