Restaurant Roundtable
Food service business owners and operators are invited to come to the next Restaurant Roundtable on Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM in Drexel Hill. The actual location will be shared the week of the meeting.
This free gathering offers candid conversations about the everyday challenges in this industry.
From staffing shortages and rising food costs to managing slow seasons and off-site events, this is a chance to exchange insights and practical strategies.
Whether you’ve found a reliable supplier, streamlined your hiring process, or implemented a cost-saving measure, your experience could support others–and theirs could support you.
Chamber 101 Around Delco: Wayne
Engage with fellow professionals doing business in Delaware County and the Chamber staff in this free networking opportunity on Wednesday, Nov. 12, at The Willows, 490 Darby Paoli Road in Villanova.
Open networking begins at 11:30 AM, with the membership presentation and discussion starting at 12 PM.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is here as a resource for your business. Whether you’re a new member, interested in learning about the Chamber, or just freshening up on your membership knowledge, take this opportunity to network with peers in person and understand how to get the most out of a Chamber membership.
This is a chance to strategically accomplish your personal and professional objectives. There’s a way for anyone to get involved and expand business here at the Chamber.
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to keeping the business community informed and connected.
Business owners or professionals looking to grow their business or network should attend to learn more about Chamber membership and meet other businesses in Delaware County.
New members can learn how to make their membership work for them.
Long-time members can freshen up their knowledge about the benefits to membership, send new employees, or come yourself.
Coffee Connection
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce hosts a Coffee Connection event on Friday, Nov. 14, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM, at the Delaware County Literacy Council, 2217 Providence Ave. in Chester.
This event is free to members and $25 for prospective members.
The Chamber is proud to partner with Delco Literacy for this special Coffee Connection, where networking meets purpose. For over 50 years, Delco Literacy has empowered nearly 20,000 adults across Delaware County through free literacy and workforce education services. With programs ranging from GED prep and ESL classes to digital and financial literacy, they’re building stronger futures—one learner at a time.
Come learn more about their incredible work, meet local professionals, and enjoy casual conversation over coffee.
About Delco Literacy:
Delco Literacy provides literacy instruction to adults ages 18 and older in the City of Chester and throughout Delaware County. Delco Literacy offers classes and one-on-one tutoring on-site in Chester, online, and at schools and libraries throughout the county.
With a team of 19 full-time staff and over 55 trained volunteer tutors, Delco Literacy offers comprehensive literacy and workforce services, including: Adult Basic Education classes to build foundational skills; GED prep for high school equivalency testing; all levels of English as a Second Language (ESL) classes; career readiness support/workshops; and Digital, Health, and Financial Literacy classes and workshops.
For 50 years, Delco Literacy has helped almost 20,000 men and women reach their educational and employment goals. As has been our tradition, our services are always free for all participants.
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“Delco Literacy is pleased to invite all Delaware County Chamber of Commerce members to our November coffee and networking event. As we embrace this season of gratitude, we’re thankful for the opportunity to showcase how our services directly support your workforce needs. Delco Literacy prepares job-seekers with the essential skills Delaware County businesses require, serving as a valuable employee resource for local companies. By equipping future employees with workplace literacy and career readiness training, we help bridge the gap between job openings and qualified candidates. Over a hot cup of coffee, we look forward to discussing how our programs can address your specific workforce challenges and exploring partnerships that strengthen both businesses and job-seekers in our community.”—Colleen Duran, Executive Director
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2025 EPIC Awards
Join the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Nov. 20, 5 to 8 PM, for an evening of celebration at the EPIC Awards Annual Dinner, honoring excellence and prestige in the County.
This signature event brings together business and community leaders to recognize outstanding individuals and organizations who exemplify innovation, leadership, and commitment to our region. Enjoy an elegant networking reception & dinner, inspiring stories of achievement, and the chance to toast the people shaping the future of our county.
The 2025 Honorees are:
Company of the Year: Energy Transfer
Citizen of the Year: Christine Jackson, Hope for Hallie
Economic Development Award: ChristianaCare
Young Professional of the Year: Gina Lizzo, Main Line Today
Nonprofit of the Year: Keep Music Alive
Special guests at the EPIC Awards are:
Tommy Greene, Phillies Post-Game Studio Analyst and former MLP Pitcher 1989-1995, Pitched First No Hitter in 1991.
Ben Davis, Phillies Commentator, former MLP Player 1998-2005.
There are also sponsorship opportunities available. Deadline to get in the program book is Wednesday, Nov. 12.
