Grover Corp. to expand in Milwaukee County
Manufacturer to bring Texas operations to Wisconsin and create 100 additional jobs over the next five years Grover Corp., a leading manufacturer
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Whitewater University Technology Park site earns state’s Certified In Wisconsin designation
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced today that it has designated a portion of Whitewater University Technology Park in Whitewater as a Certified In Wisconsin® development-ready site. Read More
Milwaukee-area flooring contractor working to give transitioning veterans careers, camaraderie
With industry and labor demand strong, Lippert Flooring and Tile set the goal of hiring more transitioning veterans and teaching them the skills to create a long-lasting and rewarding career. The veterans community is now a part of its company culture. Read More
Madison named a top city for veterans to live
To help veterans find the best places for veterans to live, WalletHub compared the 100 most populated U.S. cities across four key dimensions. Wisconsin’s dedication to welcoming transitioning veterans landed Madison in the Top 15. Read More
Ideadvance Seed Fund pursues past and present UW System colleagues
Innovators with current or past ties to the UW System are invited to apply to the Ideadvance Seed Fund with business ideas that could contribute to Wisconsin’s “knowledge economy.” Read More
WEDC, regional organizations launch statewide initiative to address workforce development needs
In an initiative aimed at addressing Wisconsin’s workforce development needs, all nine of the state’s regional economic development organizations are teaming up to develop a statewide platform that directly connects local employers to students. Read More
Two Wisconsin startups certified as Qualified New Business Ventures
Madison-based Re Mixers Inc., which has developed an innovative mixing nozzle for two-component adhesives, and Au Naturale Cosmetics Inc., a Green Bay developer and manufacturer of all-natural cosmetics, have each been certified to receive up to $125,000 in investor tax credits. Read More
State matching grants to boost six high-tech small businesses
MADISON – Six small high-tech businesses in Wisconsin will receive up to $75,000 each to commercialize their innovations, thanks to the SBIR
Register now for the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference
Entrepreneurs from all sectors and stages of business growth are invited to attend Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference on June 4-5, 2019, in Milwaukee. Read More
New online portal links startups to local service providers
Launching a startup, by nature, involves a steep learning curve. Whether it's trekking across the nation and sifting through options for legal counsel, or contacting
Q&A with Glenn Kleiman, executive director, 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
The Backline accelerator program provides coaching, mentoring, industry networking and grants to Milwaukee-area musicians and bands. Read More
Marketplace Governor’s Awards winners named
Seven Wisconsin businesses received top honors in the 2016 Marketplace Governor’s Awards competition, which recognizes outstanding businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans. Read More
MARKETPLACE 2018 Conference on minority business development set for December in Milwaukee
WEDC is hosting the 37th annual statewide conference for minority, woman and veteran-owned businesses Dec. 12-13 at Potawatomi Hotel and Conference Center in Milwaukee. Read More
Application Period Now Open for Fab Lab Grants
Grant helps public schools equip fabrication laboratories; application deadline is December 15 MADISON, Oct. 11, 2016 – Governor Scott Walker and the
Milwaukee high-tech company receives $200,000 state technology development loan
Scanalytics Inc., a Milwaukee company that has developed proprietary technology to measure real-time customer behavior through intelligent floor sensors, has received a $200,000 loan from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). Read More
Four reasons to attend the MARKETPLACE conference for minority, women and veteran business owners
Four reasons to attend this year's MARKETPLACE, the Governor’s Conference on Minority Business Development. Read More
Meet Ed Javier, WEDC’s new entrepreneurship program director
WEDC's new entrepreneurship program director, Ed Javier, brings plenty of startup experience to his new role. Read More
Second annual statewide Downtown Open House highlights hidden gems
More than 20 communities throughout Wisconsin will provide visitors with an inside look at 150 unique venues during the second annual Downtown Open House event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 13. Read More
Statewide online tool assists Wisconsin companies seeking to do business with Foxconn
Wisconsin companies looking for potential business opportunities with Foxconn can use Supply Chain Marketplace, a quick and easy online tool, to connect with the electronics manufacturer, which is making a historic investment in Wisconsin. Read More
WEDC awards $750,000 to four minority business organizations
WEDC announced it has awarded $750,000 to four statewide minority chambers of commerce to support their efforts to assist minority-owned businesses. Read More
22 Wisconsin school districts awarded Fab Lab grants
Governor Scott Walker and WEDC have announced that 22 school districts throughout the state have been awarded a total of more than $500,000 in grants to establish or expand local fabrication laboratory (Fab Lab) facilities. Read More
Businesses urged to apply for 2017 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
WEDC is seeking nominations for the 2017 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which recognize outstanding Wisconsin businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans. Deadline is October 6. Read More
Solomon Corp. Selects Prairie Du Chien for Upper Midwest Manufacturing Plant
WEDC award supports over $2 million capital investment projected to create 24 jobs Read More
Artisans Inc. receives WEDC loan to help employees purchase company
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has awarded an $800,000 loan to Artisans Inc. in a move that will ensure the apparel company will retain its operations in northern Wisconsin. Read More
American Packaging Corporation Building New Facility in DeForest
The project is expected to create 60 new jobs. Read More
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