For Wisconsin’s recovery, let’s resolve to apply the lessons of 2020
Guest column by WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes In conversations with business owners over the past year, after stories of hardships
Governor Evers announces new WEDC guides for workplace mental health during COVID-19
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is providing new mental health information for employers and employees managing the added stress of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
Wisconsin entrepreneurs benefit from WEDC-UW System programs
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is investing more than $2.6 million in Wisconsin’s small businesses. The UW System’s Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship facilitates the delivery of state agency dollars and services to the entrepreneurs who access these essential resources locally through the university’s statewide network. The strategic partnership between WEDC and the UW System provides much-needed funding to startup and nascent companies as well as the technical assistance to support them. Read More
23 businesses named finalists for 2020 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
Winners in competition for top minority, woman and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses to be announced at MARKETPLACE conference Dec.8 MADISON, WI. NOV. 25,
OEM Fabricators announced as winner of the Excellence in Services Award from German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest
WEDC deputy secretary presents award to Wisconsin manufacturing company MADISON, WI. NOV. 17, 2020 – Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) deputy secretary
Communities, businesses, citizens say ‘We’re All In’ for shopping local
Effort promotes safe shopping this holiday season MADISON, NOV. 20, 2020 – As the holiday shopping season picks up, citizens, businesses, and
Communities, businesses, citizens say ‘We’re All In’ to stop spread of COVID-19
A growing number of citizens from across Wisconsin—including small business owners, local leaders, and sports and entertainment figures—are declaring “We’re All In” for working together to stop the spread of COVID-19. Read More
City of Oshkosh receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of the former Gibson Auto Body
The City of Oshkosh is receiving a $250,000 state grant to help in the renovation and preservation of the former Gibson Auto Body into a unique gathering space in downtown Oshkosh. Read More
Connect with export partners in South Korea via WEDC’s virtual trade venture
To help Wisconsin companies continue to grow their exports even while international travel is limited, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is organizing a virtual Global Trade Venture that will connect Wisconsin exporters with potential buyers, distributors and other partners in South Korea. Read More
City of Ripon receives $190,000 state grant to support redevelopment of a vacant grocery store
The City of Ripon is receiving a $190,000 state grant to help in the renovation of a vacant former grocery store into an indoor urban vertical farm produce operation with the potential for retail operations and a future rooftop garden. Read More
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