WILMINGTON — The Delaware Department of Labor’s (DOL) Division of Industrial Affairs is kicking off National Small-Business Week with a small-business bootcamp on May 5 at the Rt. 9 Library & Innovation Center in New Castle, Delaware. The free event aims to equip local small-business owners with the knowledge and resources needed to thrive in today’s business climate while also navigating compliance requirements.
From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the small-business bootcamp will feature six compliance workshops led by experts from five key departments within the DOL’s Division of Industrial Affairs, including:
- Office of Anti-Discrimination: Creating a Fair and Inclusive Workplace
- Construction Industry Enforcement: Understanding Contractor Registration
- Workers’ Compensation Essentials: Protect Your Business and Empower Your Employees
- Wage and 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 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.
“This event is a great opportunity for small-business owners to gain valuable insights, stay compliant with labor laws, and connect with organizations that support business growth,” Kelly Jones, community relations coordinator for the Division of Industrial Affairs, said.
Delaware’s small-business owners can register for the event by visiting https://tappl.ink/SBBootcamp.
Organizations looking to support Delaware’s small-business community and connect directly with attendees are invited to showcase their services by participating as exhibitors in our Small-Business Marketplace. Light refreshments will be served.
For more information or to reserve a table, contact Kelly Jones at kelly.jones@delaware.gov.
