Small Business Bootcamp

Description

The Division of Industrial Affairs is proud to kick off National Small Business Week 2025 with a Small Business Bootcamp, a free event designed to equip local small business owners with the knowledge and resources needed to thrive in today’s business climate while navigating compliance requirements. The event will take place on Monday, May 5, 2025, from 11 AM to 3 PM at the Rt. 9 Library in New Castle, DE.
 

The Small Business Bootcamp will feature six compliance workshops led by experts from five key departments within the Division of Industrial Affairs, including:

• Office of Anti-Discrimination: Creating a Fair and Inclusive Workplace
• Construction Industry Enforcement: Understanding Contractor Registration
• Workers' Comp Essentials: Protect Your Business & Empower Your Employees
• Wage & Hour 101: What Every Employer Needs to Know
• OSHA: The Benefits of Providing a Safe Workplace
• Child Labor Laws: Hiring Minors the Right Way

In addition to these informative sessions, attendees can visit participating vendors, where state agencies and community-based organizations will provide resources and tools to help small businesses start, scale, and succeed.
 

Registration is now open: Small Business Bootcamp
 

Organizations looking to support Delaware’s small business community are invited to showcase their services and connect directly with attendees by participating as a vendor. Light refreshments will be served.