representing Delaware's business community since 1837
Put simply, we focus our core initiatives to address the concerns of the entire business community.
We strive to create a statewide economic climate that enables all businesses to become more competitive. Our team consistently meets with Delaware’s Congressional delegation and plays a leading role on issues before the General Assembly. Our Board of Directors, Board of Governors and committees assist in promulgating rules and regulations stemming from the various federal, state and local agencies that oversee business activity.
why become a member?
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ADVOCACY
As Delaware’s oldest and largest business advocacy organization, we’ve been helping member businesses prosper since 1837.
NETWORKING
With the notion that in-person meetings are proven to yield a stronger return on investment, the State Chamber hosts more than 100 events and meetings per year, each designed to put you in the same room with prospective clients and elected officials. AFFORDABLE Your membership dues are 65% tax deductible! 
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STATEWIDE
We serve businesses of every size in every corner of the state. They range from mom-and-pop stores to Delaware’s largest corporations. AWARENESS When consumers know that a small business is a member of a chamber of commerce, there is a: LEADS Make the most of your membership by getting involved. Our lead groups help companies grow through networking and referrals – the most productive form of business prospecting. 
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Join today by calling (302) 576-6576, joining online here.
member benefitsDental & Vision Care
Dominion Services provides dental and vision benefits on a group and individual basis with competitive, member-exclusive rates. Dental care coverage for most diagnostic and preventive services is 100% with up to 80% coverage for restorative care including fillings, root canals, crown and bridge work, periodontal treatment, oral surgery and more. Prescription Drug Discount Card The Delaware Drug Card will provide savings of up to 75% on prescription drugs at more than 50,000 pharmacy locations across the country. The Card has no restrictions on membership income or age, and you are not required to fill out an application. This program is designed to help all Delaware residents afford their prescription medications. LegalShield All Delaware State Chamber members and member companies now have the opportunity to access affordable legal services. Member companies can join the more than 34,000 companies currently offering LegalShield’s personal legal plans as a voluntary benefit to their employees. In addition to the personal plans, member companies can join more than 47,000 small businesses nationwide and enroll in the Small Business Plan, which provides member companies with legal advice and counsel on any business legal issue, contract and document review, debt collection, trial defense and more. Lastly, Members receive identity theft protection for the entire family for the cost most competitors charge to cover a single individual. Click here for more information or contact Mike Schwartz. Tax Deductible Your membership is 65% tax deductible! Complimentary U.S. Chamber Membership As a qualifying small business member of the State Chamber, you will also enjoy membership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at no additional cost. Contact Kelly Basile to learn more. Disaster Planning Continuity Dynamics, Inc. provides Business Continuity Planning (BCP) for the Small-Medium Business (SMB) and Enterprise firms that are members of the State Chamber at a discounted price. This planning will assist in planning for, and responding to, disasters of all kinds. It will also help you to endure this Coronavirus scenario, as well as providing critical Crisis Management direction to minimize Reputational Risk. For more information, visit www.ContinuityDynamics.com/shop using code: DSCC or call Jack Coleman or Ralph Petti at 888-977-7475. |
Lead Group Membership Members have access to exclusive, member-only lead groups dedicated to business referrals and contact generation. Notary Service Notary public services are free for members! Call (302) 576-6572. Certificate of Origin Certificate of Origin documents are $20 for Chamber members and $100 for nonmembers. Click here for more information. Discounted Constant Contact Email Marketing Services Members are eligible to up to 25%! Click here to get started. Continuing Education Certificate Discounts The University of Delaware offers a 10% discount to State Chamber members when they choose to sign up for non-credit continuing education certificate programs, or the Social Media Marketing Strategy Certificate (limited availability) . Member-to-Member Discount Directory State Chamber members offer substantial savings on products and services to fellow members. Member Event Calendar Listing Post your organizations upcoming events to the State Chamber’s Member Events Calendar on www.DSCC.com. Delaware Business Newsbites Get your company news published in the bi-monthly Delaware Business magazine by submitting a news-worthy press release or article to press@dscc.com. Listing in DSCC Online Business Directory Members are listed on the State Chamber’s Online Business Directory. On average, members receive more than 8,700 interactions per year when listed on the directory. |
membership packet
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Upcoming Events
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