DREAM BIG
While every entrepreneur’s path to starting a business is different, each shares a critical insight–a vision of possibility. Entrepreneurs interrupt the market with a better way, and in the process improve lives and the world in which we live.
With a long history of innovation and a bright future fueled by optimism, Wisconsin welcomes game-changers like you. Entrepreneurs and their support networks benefit from programs designed to move startups from seed to growth stage. From technical support services to tax credits for investments in early-stage companies, Wisconsin provides the tools and resources to keep your venture moving forward. Plus, you’ll have access to the location you want, the talent you need, and the investment in research and development that will help you maintain your competitive advantage.
ENTREPRENEUR ASSISTANCE
HOW WE RANK
Wisconsin ranks in the top for startup longevity.
#2
STATE FOR SCALING UP BUSINESSAmerican Express Power Index Survey, 2015
17,470
PATENTS FROM 2006 TO 2015UW-Madison, 2016
#7
BEST CITY FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURSForbes, 2017
$1.07 BILLION
TOTAL IN R&D FUNDINGBestcolleges.com, 2015
#1
CITY FOR STEM GRADSBrookings Institution, 2015
Wisconsin companies invited to take part in global trade venture to France and the United Kingdom in June
WEDC is inviting Wisconsin companies seeking to establish or expand their exporting efforts to participate in a global trade venture to France and the United Kingdom from June 15-26. The registration deadline is April 19. Read More
WISCONSIN NEWS
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Wisconsin companies invited to take part in global trade venture to France and the United Kingdom in June
WEDC is inviting Wisconsin companies seeking to establish or expand their exporting efforts to participate in a global trade venture to France and the United Kingdom from June 15-26. The registration deadline is April 19. Read More
City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel
The City of Prairie du Chien is receiving a $250,000 state grant to fund the construction of a new downtown hotel—a $3.8 million project expected to be completed in August. Read More
Finalists named in competition to design Wisconsin’s gift for overseas delegations
Four schools were selected to present their designs for a Wisconsin protocol gift today at the Marshfield campus of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Read More
MY WISCONSIN STORY
Our residents are some of the happiest and most ambitious people in the nation—but don’t just take our word for it. Take theirs.
“When I started the company, we were immediately approached by several East Coast companies who wanted to buy out the company and move it out of state. As a founder and resident of Wisconsin, I was very happy to immediately find local Wisconsin investors with the financial incentive to keep this technology and growth within the state and under our control.”
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