Tag: Delaware State Chamber of Commerce

Marvel Cup Award Recipient is Named by Delaware State Chamber of Commerce!

It was certainly an honor to have attended the annual Marvel Cup Award dinner with my husband, Tommy Cooper , Chairman of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, last night in Wilmington, DE. The Marvel Cup Award was established in 1951 to honor a Delawarean who has made an outstanding contribution to the state, community and society. It is named in memory of Josiah Marvel, who reorganized the Chamber of Commerce and was the first president of the modern-day chamber in 1913-1914. Each year, the Chamber honors a deserving recipient, and this year Mr. Robert F. Rider was that recipient.

It was certainly an honor to have attended the annual Marvel Cup Award dinner with my husband, Tommy Cooper , Chairman of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce, last night in Wilmington, DE.  The Marvel Cup Award was established in 1951 to honor a Delawarean who has made an outstanding contribution to the state, community and society. It is named in memory of Josiah Marvel, who reorganized the Chamber of Commerce and was the first president of the modern-day chamber in 1913-1914.  Each year, the Chamber honors a deserving  recipient, and this year Mr. Robert F. Rider was that recipient. READ ENTIRE STORY

I enjoyed being a part of the celebration at last night’s event, and I am proud of my husband, Tommy Cooper, for the speech he made and for his part in a successful program!   Last night’s event marked the completion of Tommy’s term as Chairman of the State Chamber.  He turned his gavel over to William Allan, retired President of Verizon Delaware.  During Tommy’s speech, he challenged all of those in attendance to continue working to make a difference in the growth of Delaware.  It’s a challenge that everyone gladly accepted.

Author~ Connie Cooper

SENATOR CHRIS COONS VISITS LANDMARK HOTEL IN REHOBOTH BEACH, DE!

Delaware State Chamber of Commerce Chair Tommy Cooper says that this partnership is an example of how America and the economy are supposed to function.

Sen. Chris Coons, right, talks with Admiral Hotel owners Chad and Elyse Moore. The Moores received two SBA loans to renovate, expand and rebrand the landmark hotel in Rehoboth Beach.

Delaware State Chamber of Commerce Chair Tommy Cooper says that this partnership is an example of how America and the economy are supposed to function.

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Delaware State Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board of Directors, Tommy Cooper, “I Admire Greatness….. “


I admire greatness.

Greatness, when I see or experience it – inspires me. Delaware has all the ingredients to accomplish greatness. We have a world class business community, cutting edge universities and talented, hard-working elected and cabinet officials. If we all work together for a common purpose, with no selfish or hidden agendas, we can set a much needed example for the entire country. Are we doing that now? I don’t think so, be we can and should. I challenge us…..let’s all pull together. We need a leaner and more cost effective state government, and a much broader source of career employment for our aspiring homegrown kids. Are we all ready – all facets of our state? Let’s inspire and let’s experience greatness. Our citizenry will appreciate and embrace it, and our kids and grandchildren will all benefit and reap the rewards.

What a great legacy for us to leave!!

~ Tommy Cooper

Delaware State Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board of Directors