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.
FY19
WEDC SUCCESS STORIES
Connecting Wisconsin to Africa
Seven out of 10 of the world’s fastest-growing national economies are in Africa. But not one African country makes the list of Wisconsin’s top 30 export partners. Read MoreWISCONSIN NEWS
What’s happening in Wisconsin? A lot. Check out the latest.
Applications open for $100 million in Workforce Innovation Grants
Applications are now open for grants of up to $10 million to local and regional projects that will help meet the state’s next-generation workforce needs, Governor Tony Evers announced today. Read MoreCity of Waupaca receives $118,000 state grant to support redevelopment of Main Street building
The City of Waupaca is receiving a $118,000 state grant to assist in the development of a mixed-use project in downtown Waupaca. Read MoreRegister now for the 40th MARKETPLACE conference
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is hosting the 40th annual MARKETPLACE – Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development for minority-, woman-, veteran- and LGBTQ-owned businesses Dec. 7 virtually and in person Dec. 8 and 9 at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee. 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.”