{"id":6765,"date":"2025-01-22T14:20:31","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T14:20:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/?p=6765"},"modified":"2025-03-27T11:16:42","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T15:16:42","slug":"wilmington-universitys-lloyd-ricketts-elected-to-delaware-state-chamber-of-commerce-board-of-governors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/2025\/01\/22\/wilmington-universitys-lloyd-ricketts-elected-to-delaware-state-chamber-of-commerce-board-of-governors\/","title":{"rendered":"Wilmington University\u2019s Lloyd Ricketts Elected to Delaware State Chamber of Commerce Board of Governors"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);}.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 991px){.kadence-column6765_11f156-4a > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column6765_11f156-4a\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>Wilmington University proudly announces that <strong>Lloyd A. Ricketts<\/strong> has been elected to the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce\u2019s Board of Governors, effective Jan. 1, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Ricketts\u2019 appointment underscores Wilmington University\u2019s commitment to fostering community partnerships and driving Delaware\u2019s economic and educational progress. His leadership aligns with the Chamber\u2019s mission to connect people, address challenges, and strengthen the state\u2019s competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMr. Rickett\u2019s election to the Chamber\u2019s Board of Governors reflects our commitment to playing an active role in shaping Delaware\u2019s future,\u201d says Wilmington University President <strong>Dr. LaVerne Harmon<\/strong>. \u201cHis expertise in education and belief in community engagement will make a significant impact.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWilmington University is a longstanding and key partner of the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce,\u201d says Chamber President <strong>Michael J. Quaranta<\/strong>. \u201cWe are excited to welcome Lloyd Ricketts to our Board of Governors. His experience and passion for advancing Delaware\u2019s business community will contribute to furthering our mission of solving problems, creating jobs, and improving the quality of life for all Delawareans.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Ricketts joins a distinguished group of statewide leaders, including representatives from Comcast, Delmarva Power, Nemours Children\u2019s Health, and Verizon. The board will address challenges and opportunities for businesses and communities across Delaware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cServing on the Chamber\u2019s Board of Governors is an exciting opportunity to work alongside inspiring leaders from diverse sectors, united by a commitment to strengthening Delaware\u2019s economy and supporting its workforce,\u201d Mr. Ricketts says.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wilmington University proudly announces that Lloyd A. 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