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Chesapeake Utilities Corporation Honored as Employer Champion of the Year by Delaware Department of Labor

  • Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (NYSE: CPK) was named Employer Champion of the Year for Kent County by the Delaware Department of Labor's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation & State Rehabilitation Council.
  • The award recognizes the company's efforts to promote workplace accessibility, inclusion, & equitable environments for all employees.
  • Jeff Householder, CEO & chair of the board, cited the company's people-first culture, values of respect & collaboration, & the role of the DiverseAbilities Employee Resource Group (ERG).
  • The DiverseAbilities ERG fosters inclusion through initiatives such as volunteering at the Special Olympics Delaware State Bowling Tournament, organizing service at The Sunshine Foundation Dream Village, & participating in the Freedom from Seizures 5K & Eagles Autism Challenge 5K.
  • The group collectively raised over $8,000 for autism research & members co-train the Delaware Special Olympics powerlifting team.
  • Stacie Roberts, VP of corporate governance & founder of the Arc of Delaware employment program, emphasized the value of a people-centric culture where every voice is welcomed.
  • The recognition ceremony honored employers, employees, & team members advancing abilities, inclusion, & employment opportunities.
  • Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a diversified energy delivery company offering natural gas, electricity, propane, & compressed natural gas services.