14 Delaware ecosystem builders’ resolutions for 2024

What’s your New Year’s resolution?

We asked Delaware ecosystem builders, technologists and startup founders this yearly question, and 13 responded with resolutions full of determination for a new year of continued growth, community connections and personal growth.

Here they are, in alphabetical order:

Zakiyyah Ali, executive director of the Tech Council of Delaware: “In 2024, the Tech Council of Delaware resolves to continue leading and empowering stakeholders in executing initiatives that result in a more diverse and inclusive tech workforce, a stronger tech ecosystem, and recognition as a tech hub.”

Grace Buck, program manager at The Innovation Space: “In 2024 at The Innovation Space, I’m excited to build meaningful connections. I’m looking forward to pairing our entrepreneur community with support for their needs, whether it’s between people in our community or connecting startups to relevant resources!”

Cora Castle, president and CEO of OmniPotential Energy Partners: “In 2024 OmniPotential will be safety certifying our unique, and cost saving stand-alone curbside EV charging product, Curbstar, and deploying it for commercial property owners who have limited sustainability budgets and in residential communities where home charging is currently not an option.”

Hattie Duplechain, director of learning experience & impact measurement at The Innovation Space: “In 2024, I’m looking forward to finding creative ways to engage our hybrid community at The Innovation Space — bringing together those we see daily and our larger virtual community across the country!”

Markevis Gideon, founder of NERDiT NOW: “Our resolution for 2024 at NERDiT NOW is to continue expanding our impact in the community by providing accessible technology solutions to those who need it most. We aim to bridge the digital divide and foster digital literacy, one device at a time. Additionally, by recycling and repurposing technology, we are contributing to a more sustainable economy and environment.”

Nyheir Hayes, Client Experience Manager at The Innovation Space: “The theme for 2024 in both my professional and personal lives is elevation. In my new role as The Innovation Space’s client experience manager working with our companies-in-residence, I am excited to do even more over the next year to support them as they advance their goals, from connecting them to our mentors to helping them maximize collaboration with other founders. I am thrilled about our updated and expanded offerings, and I can’t wait to elevate their experience here at The Innovation Space.”

Robert Herrera, founder of The Mill: “The Mill’s 2024 resolution is to forge strategic partnerships with industry leaders, investors, and local businesses to create a dynamic ecosystem that supports the growth of our resident startups.”

Brandon Kelley, CEO of infra ai: “Assist Delaware’s municipalities in their pursuit of elevating road safety and optimizing transportation infrastructure.”

Mac MacLeod, CEO of Carvertise: “‘Becoming even more product oriented’ is the big thing you’re going to hear out of Carvertise!”

Bill Provine, CEO of The Innovation Space: “2024 is shaping up to be a year of strengthening and expanding connections across our entire ecosystem supporting our early-stage founders. I’m looking forward to continuing collaborative efforts such as those with Precision Medicine Tech Hub proposal, ARPA-H Investor Catalyst Hub, renewable hydrogen and MACH2 efforts, and semiconductor and related materials with Silicon Catalyst. I am also excited to support diverse founders and team with Fourth Effect, and amplify efforts with our First Fund investment program.”

Anupama Rajaram, Sr. Transformation Lead at Citi: “I have 2 resolutions actually:

• Tap into GenAI to stay relevant in an increasingly automated world 🙂
• Travel to places on my bucket list.”

Laura Randa, founder of Toivoa: “In 2024, Toivoa will launch accessible mental health digital therapy for people with disability; Use our platform to share and influence others on how important it is [to] develop accessible technology to promote well-being for individuals with disabilities by improving their health, accessibility, and overall quality of life.”

Marcie Reilly, Director of External Engagement & Partnerships at The Innovation Space: “My New Year’s resolution is to take more (& hopefully better ) photos – both at work and in life. I’m looking forward to being intentional about capturing some of the great moments I have with my kids and to showcasing even more of the things that make the Innovation Space special, including our great team, strong community, and collaborative culture.”

Happy New Year!