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.
WISCONSIN OFFERS 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
Gov. Evers, WEDC, and Company Officials Celebrate Opening of Milwaukee Tool’s Newest U.S. Manufacturing Plant
Milwaukee Tool’s West Bend facility is providing 150 new jobs. Roles range from engineers and operators to quality technicians, service technicians, and material handlers. Read More
WISCONSIN NEWS
Wisconsin is an exciting place to be. Here are the latest headlines.
Wisconsin shines as hotspot for battery technology
Few states show as much promise for the future of batteries as Wisconsin, where several companies are researching and manufacturing the latest lithium-ion technology. Read More
WEDC recognized for excellence in financial reporting
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has again earned national recognition for outstanding financial reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). Read More
New ways to support entrepreneurs
Wisconsin’s entrepreneurial spirit is thriving with more organizations creating innovative programs to support residents as they build businesses. 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.”