DEDICATED TO WISCONSIN’S ECONOMIC GROWTH
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is committed to creating and maintaining a business climate that allows you to maximize your potential. Working with more than 600 statewide partners, including regional economic development organizations, academic institutions and industry groups, we’re enhancing our communities, supporting business development, advancing industry innovation, tapping global markets and developing a talented workforce to help Wisconsin realize its full economic potential.
IN WISCONSIN, YOU WILL FIND THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO COMPETE IN AN INCREASINGLY COMPETITIVE GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT
ECONOMIC DRIVERS
STRATEGIC ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS
Encouraging innovation and fostering an environment of success for industry and its supporting workforce.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Leveraging strategic partnerships throughout the state to help Wisconsin companies start up, grow and reach new markets.
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Helping to improve quality of life through support for minority business growth and community development and revitalization efforts.
BRAND DEVELOPMENT AND STRATEGY
Raising awareness of Wisconsin’s many assets through powerful stories and achievements.
OPERATIONAL AND FISCAL EXCELLENCE
Building confidence by setting strategic goals and maintaining a commitment to performance and accountability.
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WEDC SUCCESS STORIES
Milwaukee's The Wagner Companies has saved $350,000 annually on reduced energy usage and waste disposal fees since it participated in the first round of the Profitable Sustainability Initiative.
PreventionGenetics saw opportunity in the emerging markets of South America. With that in mind, company leaders began seeking assistance from WEDC to develop an export strategy.
With assistance from WEDC, Gamber-Johnson has become a leading supplier of rugged computer mounting systems and vehicle mounting components used in consumer, law enforcement and military applications.
After Dr. Aoy Tomita-Mitchell and Dr. Michael E. Mitchell sold their Silicon Valley-based startup to pharmaceutical giant Roche, they decided their next venture needed to begin in Wisconsin.
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MADE IN WISCONSIN
When we say a product is made in Wisconsin, it means more than where it was produced—it speaks to the attributes of the product itself. It’s a reflection of the high quality of our natural resources and the honesty, hard work and innovative minds of our people.
Businesses invited to apply for September 2019 Japan Trade Venture
WEDC invitesWisconsin companies seeking to establish or expand their exporting efforts to participate in a global trade venture to Japan from Sept. 6-14. The registration deadline is July 18. Read More
WISCONSIN NEWS
What’s happening in Wisconsin? A lot. Check out the latest.
WEDC grant to assist small businesses on Milwaukee’s Northwest side
Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes has announced that the state will provide $500,000 to the Northwest Side Community Development Corporation in Milwaukee to assist its targeted small business startup loan fund. Read More
Nexus Pharmaceuticals to build sterile injectable manufacturing facility in Pleasant Prairie
Gov. Tony Evers has announced that Nexus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has selected Pleasant Prairie as the location for its first sterile drug manufacturing facility. Read More
Sub-Zero Group Inc. expands operations in Fitchburg
Sub-Zero Group Inc., the industry leader in premium refrigeration, cooking and dishwashing appliances, is expanding its operations in Fitchburg with a new 350,000-square-foot research and development facility–a $70 million project expected to create 100 jobs over the next three years. Read More
“The QNBV Program played a direct role in keeping these investment dollars in Wisconsin and working to grow Wisconsin jobs.”
“The QNBV program has definitely helped Esker to attract qualified angel investors. These tax credits are looked on favorably by investors, which has resulted in a level of funding that enabled the company to hire full-time employees and purchase much-needed equipment and development tools.”