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
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 comes to a close, Kelly sits down with Joe Giordano of Whisman Giordano & Associates, Jake Ruddy of PCS, and Evan R. Park of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce to discuss why it’s important for small businesses to connect with local lawmakers, how policy decisions affect day-to-day operations, and why firsthand business perspectives help shape better outcomes for Delaware.
12 May 2026
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, Kelly sits down with Brian Jordan of Delmarva Power, Andrew Cottone of Aternium, and Joe Kerecman of Calpine to discuss how energy availability is shaping business growth, site selection, infrastructure planning, and long-term competitiveness across the region. From data centers and rising demand to grid congestion and legislative activity in Dover, the conversation explores what it will take to support growth while maintaining reliability and cost stability.
21 Apr 2026
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 biggest risk isn’t a lack of vision — it’s the status quo. In this episode, Kelly sits down with Mark Hutton, head of Business Banking and Delaware regional president of M&T Bank and a founding trustee of the Delaware State Chamber Foundation. They explore why the Foundation was created, the role it plays as a convener, how it’s working to move from conversation to action, and a bonus chocolate chip cookie tasting!
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