Delaware State University’s College of Business proudly dedicated its second facility near DSU Downtown – CURE Loockerman, during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 24. Located at 205 S. State St., the new center is part of a broader initiative to bolster economic development through support for small businesses in the state capital.
CURE, which stands for Center for Urban Revitalization and Entrepreneurship, is designed to stimulate entrepreneur development by providing small business incubator programming and targeted training in essential areas such as marketing, branding, accounting, and business planning. The facility features a shared workspace, encouraging collaboration and innovation among entrepreneurs.
In addition to fostering an environment conducive to business growth, CURE Loockerman is committed to engaging civic and community leaders to ensure that small businesses are created and supported to thrive in a competitive market.
This latest addition comes just a month after the College of Business dedicated another CURE facility on the corner of W. Division and N. New streets, four blocks away from CURE Loockerman. The CURE Division Street initiative addresses critical factors that impact entrepreneurial success, including education, financial literacy, mental health, social networks, and family structure.
“Today, as we celebrate the ribbon cutting of CURE Loockerman, we are also reaffirming our commitment to the entrepreneurial spirit of Dover,” said Dr. Michael Casson Jr., DSU dean of the College of Business. “Together with CURE Division, these centers will empower diverse entrepreneurs and foster innovative business ventures, driving economic growth throughout our community.”
As the new center opens its doors, it aims to catalyze economic revitalization, equipping entrepreneurs in Dover with the resources and knowledge they need to succeed in today’s evolving marketplace.