organization as serving the community at large,” remarked Camp Gates. “We always offer volunteer opportunities. We also partner with many local businesses to both provide support for them to hire adults with Down syndrome and even work with them to offer joint programming.” Advocacy of this nature is even more important during a time where so many businesses are experiencing staffing shortages. It is important for employers to remember that those with intellectual disabilities are hirable and can be extremely loyal and hardworking employees.
COMMITTEE SPOTLIGHT:
Technology Committee BY TYLER MICIK You’ve probably heard the line that technology is everywhere, and it couldn’t be more true. It touches every aspect of our lives every day. Today, we are all dependent on our devices and the conveniences that come with them. If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything it’s that’s we’re more dependent on technology now than likely ever before. At the State Chamber, every member uses technology. Technology is used from the manufacturing floor to financial services, health care, retail, and everywhere in between. We have members that not only use technology but also sell, manage, and maintain the tech of other businesses. Advances in technology happen at lightning speed and it has changed everything about businesses from the way they communicate, keep records, bill, develop products, and more. As the world shifts to become more automated
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The State Chamber honored the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware with the Award of Excellence at the Superstars in Business Awards Luncheon in November—a true testament to their dedication to the individuals and community they serve, the success of their programming, and the smiles they produce along the way.
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with these advances, we need people who can manage tech, analyze data, and glean insights that help advance society and businesses. According to the IT Delaware Industry Council, one in 29 jobs in Delaware is in infrastructure technology. Employers need employees with tech backgrounds and data analytic capabilities. For all these reasons, the State Chamber is standing up a new Technology Committee, which will meet for the first time in January 2022. Policymakers face decisions about data and technology every session. The speed of change in the IT world will only accelerate and bring more calls for standardized rules. Our goal is to assemble a committee that will address those calls and help inform policy decisions. If you are interested in participating on the Technology Committee, please contact me at tmicik@dscc.com or (302) 576-6590.
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