A Tradition on Display: Patent Models Return to the Fourth Floor
Since opening our doors in 2016, one of the most distinctive features of The Mill has been waiting just beyond the elevator doors on the fourth floor: a rotating collection […]
Cheers to Ten Years
We started with 13,000 square feet of space on the fourth floor, featuring 11 private offices, 8 dedicated desks, and 58 members who signed up in 2016. If you are […]
Celebrating Women, Culture, and Creativity: Eunice LaFate at The Mill
This March, The Mill is honoring women whose creativity, leadership, and vision inspire community and connection. We’re proud to spotlight acclaimed folk artist Eunice LaFate, one of Delaware’s brightest cultural […]
We’re trying out some home-grown tech
At The Mill, we love keeping our members informed about events, opportunities, and moments happening throughout the community. But we also understand something most of us deal with every day […]
The Mill Celebrates 10 Years, Launching a Refreshed 4th Floor, and Setting its Sights on Seaford
This spring, The Mill celebrates a decade of supporting Wilmington’s business community and unveils a refreshed fourth floor, ready for teams seeking move-in-ready, flexible office space. From floor to ceiling, […]
Happy National Entrepreneurship Month
In the spirit of National Entrepreneurship Month, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on what it means to be an entrepreneur, and why a vibrant space like The Mill […]
Where Space Sets the Scene for Possibility
The right setting transforms any occasion, and at The Mill, every square foot is designed with potential in mind. For more than nine years, our spaces have shaped unforgettable moments; […]
Last Chance to Lock in the $60 Community Membership at Market West
Are you living downtown and thinking about joining a coworking space within walking distance? Now is the perfect time to take the leap! Here’s why you don’t want to […]
A Facelift for the Fourth Floor
In 2016, The Mill opened 13,000 square feet of amenity and workspace for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and startups. Next April, we will be celebrating our 10 year anniversary, so in preparation […]
Are you a steward of your community?
As a community leader — whether you’re a teacher, nonprofit director, small business owner, or advocate — you give endlessly. You serve tirelessly. You carry the weight of others’ needs […]
Turning Scraps into Solutions: Composting at The Mill
In September 2024, we brought a new sustainability feature to the 3rd floor pantry at The Mill at Market West: a fully automated food recycler, fittingly named Mill. This machine […]
Connecting Through the Interest of Giving Back
Updated: May 15, 2025 The Rotary Club of Wilmington welcomes The Mill to join them for weekly speaker and social events as well as community service projects. The Rotary Club […]
A Fresh Chapter for Market West
In case you missed it, we got to be part of something really exciting — the grand re-opening and ribbon cutting for the $110 million redevelopment of Market West at 221 W […]
Nine Years Strong: Building the Future of Work at The Mill
Nine years ago, on April 1, 2016, The Mill opened its doors in Downtown Wilmington with a bold vision: to shake up the modern workspace. “I was obsessed with creating […]
Advancing Menstrual Equity
We are thrilled to share a meaningful initiative with you, led by Sherell Flagg, an inspiring entrepreneur and advocate for women’s health and wellness. Sherell is the founder of Pretty […]
Olivia Rubini: A Rising Star in Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgdlJsOyc8g We were absolutely thrilled to host Olivia Rubini for the recording of her NPR Tiny Desk audition. Witnessing her perform “Light of Now,” an unreleased track from her upcoming […]
Congratulations to our member and the Founder of The Connect, CJ Bell!
Meyer nominates Christopher “CJ” Bell to lead Division of Small Business C.J. Bell, Founder of The Connect DE Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony DOVER — Christopher “CJ” Bell, who has served as New […]
2024: A Year Reflection
As we wrap up another incredible year at The Mill, we’re thrilled to share some highlights and milestones that made 2024 memorable. From the 3rd Floor expansion to new faces […]
Together, We Made a Difference!
As we look back on the success of our second annual Millsgiving Canned Food Drive, we’re filled with gratitude for the generosity of our members, who contributed an impressive array […]
Celebrating Progress: The Mill’s Expansion Reflects Market West’s Ongoing Evolution
Did you hear the news? We accomplished a significant milestone last week — completing The Mill’s Third Floor Expansion project. We hosted a ribbon cutting celebration with 100+ guests on Tuesday, February 13th.
Third Floor Expansion Progress
Updated: February 9, 2024 Get ready for bigger suites, action-packed amenity spaces, and an infusion of fresh air, thanks to the addition of private and shared outdoor terrace space. Currently, […]
Building a community through coworking!
We took some of our favorite snippets from the “Does Coworking Work?” article from the November issue in Out & About Magazine.
2023: NINE HOLES ANYWHERE FUNDRAISER FOR THEATRE N WAS A SWING AND A HIT!
If you’ve been following The Mill on social media and staying up-to-date with our newsletters, you’re probably aware of our strong connection to Theatre N and their 2nd Annual Nine […]
Career Development Month
Did you know that November is Career Development Month? Neither did I. But in this case, ignorance is not bliss… we need to take charge! A successful career requires some level of […]
Ways to Support Your Employees
When the pandemic hit, most workers in America moved out of traditional offices and into their homes to carry out their job responsibilities. Although working from home offers various benefits, […]
Celebrating National Mentorship Month
Mentors are men and women in our lives who have helped guide us during various stages of life, whether it’s personal or professional. In honor of National Mentorship Month, your […]
Top 7 Reasons to Start a Business in Delaware
By: Jack Vale It might be surprising to learn that Delaware is home to over a million companies, let’s explore the top seven reasons why our Small Wonder is home […]
Office Decoration Tips
By Geraldine Orentas Quarantine and everything that has happened over the past year and more has impacted us in many ways. Transitioning from the home office to your office might […]
Building A Community Through Coworking
By Abigail Baker Coming together to cultivate a community at The Mill is a vital part of fostering collaboration and innovation. The emergence of coworking spaces has opened the door […]
5 Ways Coworking is the Modern-Day Solution
By Jack Vale Many workers find that coworking is a happy medium between working from home and in a traditional company office. Here are five ways why coworking is a […]
The Future Of Coworking
The largest, flashiest, of our kind went down in a glorious, public, and arguably the worst initial public offering in the stock markets history. The charismatic CEO who checked every […]
Ideas for 2021
While the Payroll Protection Program was intended to help mom-and-pop shops, more than half of the roughly $525B in PPP loans doled out through November 2020 went to just 5% […]
How To Turn Your Side Hustle Into A Small Business
For many, a side hustle may stem from a passion project or hobby that can be used as a way to make some extra pocket change. Eventually, though, the success […]
The Blight of Small Business
Companies like Amazon, Walmart, Apple, Google, Zoom, and HelloFresh won in 2020. They were already winning, but now, I mean they WON. Won big. In a way that almost mirrors […]
A Few Top Coworking Space Lists
The Mill was recognized as one of the Top Coworking Spaces in Delaware and across the globe! In 2007, Statista.com reported a total of 14 coworking spaces. In 2020, the count of […]
Nine Ways to Finding Joy in your Work
Holiday vacations are wrapping up, and maybe you are still enjoying the week off from work, or you’re sitting at the community table or in your office space at The […]
Meet Our Team: Mia Cruz
It was a pleasant surprise when we filled our spaces at The Mill faster than we expected. But that success also means a lot of work needs to be done […]
The Story Behind Our Docking Station
When you walk into The Mill, we want the experience to be inspiring. The materials you see, the layout of the room, even the light fixtures have a part to […]
Behind The Mill’s Name
At The Mill, we hope to play a part in shaping Wilmington’s and Delaware’s future, but our name is rooted in Delaware’s rich history. At the beginning of the 19th […]
Little Goat Coffee Available at The Mill
America runs on coffee. With 146 billion cups of coffee consumed annually, the United States is the leading consumer of this product globally. However, the country can only produce coffee […]
Find the perfect space for your needs
As The Mill continues to grow, we’ve kept the needs of our members, large and small, in mind. From private offices to a bustling community space, we’ll work with you […]
We’re two years old!
The Mill would like to thank everyone who attended our two year anniversary last week. We would also like to extend an extra thank you to those who contributed food and entertainment for our special night. […]
A Look Back at 2017
This is the time of year when I reflect on the experiences of the last year and look forward to what’s ahead. As I look back, I can’t help but […]
Innovation Week is important for Delaware’s community
Delaware Innovation Week spans November 3rd-7th. With eight different tracks, there is something for everyone: the developer, the startup, the creative. The topics range from the coverage of technology in […]
Welcome Zip Code Wilmington!
Last week Zip Code Wilmington held the official ribbon cutting ceremony for their new space here at The Mill. The 7,200 square foot space will allow Zip Code to expand […]
We Hosted Our First Wedding!
This weekend The Mill hosted its first wedding! We were honored to play a part in Ryan and Anna’s big day. They both have deep love and pride for Wilmington […]
A Field Trip to Factory Berlin
As my wife and I took a cab from Tegel Airport to our hotel in Mitte, we got a picturesque view of Berlin’s skyline as we approached the city. Berlin […]
Freelance: Flexible Not Fixed
According to Forbes, 35% of today’s workforce is comprised of freelancers, and those freelancers collectively earned $1 trillion in the past year. Those numbers are hard to ignore. This data […]
Meet Our Interns: Sam Barrett
Sam Barrett is a sophomore at Dartmouth College double majoring in Mathematics and Economics with a focus in data science. A Tower Hill alumnus, Sam grew up just outside of […]
Meet Our Interns: Sam Stokes
Sam Stokes is a third year student at the University of Delaware, majoring in Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation. This summer, Sam has been refining The Mill’s virtual office membership protocols […]
From the Founder: The Beginning
Almost two years ago to the day, I quit my job. My wife and I had just bought a house, my son was two, and we were expecting twins. To be […]
Meet Our Interns: Rachel MacKelcan
Rachel MacKelcan is one of The Mill’s interns this summer. She’s currently a rising senior at Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts, majoring in major English with a concentration in […]
We’re Changing the Way you Work
The 9-to-5 culture is changing. The national trend is towards small business and freelancing. In 2015, 35% of U.S. workers were freelancers. The nation’s corporate office sector is feeling it. […]