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Our mission.

Our mission is simple – accelerate business growth. Since 1922, Delaware’s businesses have leveraged the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce to build awareness, grow revenue, and develop new business relationships. The Chamber helps you grow your business through networking, business growth training, referral groups, marketing opportunities, and more. The Chamber advocates for our members in the local and state government and works closely with elected officials to create economic prosperity and enhance the quality of life in the community.

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Our History

1922

The roots of the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce can be traced back to 1922, when it was founded and incorporated as the Newark Chamber of Commerce.
1967

The Chamber evolved and expanded its territory in the early 1960’s. By 1967, it was known as the Greater Newark Chamber of Commerce and serviced businesses as far east of Newark as Prices Corner.
Today

Today, the Chamber has grown from about 300 members in 1979 to over 1,000 members. The Chamber of Commerce strives to be the premier business organization in New Castle County.