Diversity Drives Opportunities: Delaware State Senator Kicks Off Initiative with Symposium on Business Growth for Minority Demographics

Opportunity LIVES Here Symposium Series Kicks Off at Wilmington University

The solar eclipse made a surprise appearance at the topping-off ceremony for Wilmington’s EastSide Charter School, adding a special touch to the event. Meanwhile, Delaware State Sen. Darius Brown is gearing up for a conference aimed at increasing local participation in commercial development and investment opportunities.

Brown has collaborated with the Riverfront Development Corporation of Delaware and the Delaware River and Bay Authority to create the Opportunity LIVES Here initiative. The goal is to promote business growth and investment opportunities for residents near Wilmington’s three rivers – the Brandywine, Christina, and Delaware rivers. The upcoming event on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon will focus on how diversity contributes to a stronger economy.

Delaware is on track to become a majority-minority state, according to Sen. Brown. The Opportunity LIVES Here forum is part of a larger plan to develop public policy and provide access to capital for the changing demographics in the state. In partnership with the Delaware Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Riverfront Development Corporation, and the Delaware River & Bay Authority, the symposium will cover topics such as global trade economy support for ethnic grocers, and legislation that can aid state’s innovation economy.

Attendance at the Opportunity LIVES Here symposium is free but registration is required. For more information visit opportunitylivesherede