WEDC Ambassador Program

From c-suite to startup, the WEDC Ambassador program is a collection of industry leaders from all facets of the economic landscape in Wisconsin. These innovative Wisconsinites actively contribute to WEDC’s overarching goal of building an economy that works for everyone. Our ambassadors work in a variety of different industries and live in different places across the state, but all represent what it means to be dedicated to Wisconsin’s economic well-being.

Interviewing Wisconsin Ambassador
Cordero Barkley

Cordero Barkley

Partner, Titletown Tech
Green Bay, Wisconsin

Jessica Martin Eckerly

Jessica Martin Eckerly

CEO and CO-Founder, Forward BIOLABS
Madison, Wisconsin

Carol Hirschmugl

Dr. Carol Hirschmugl

Co-Founder, COnovate
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Ben Popp

Ben Popp

Executive Director, American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
Hayward, Wisconsin

Sara Parthasarathy and Partha Sabniviss

Sara Parthasarathy and Partha Sabniviss

Co-founders, FillMyRecipe LLC
Madison, Wisconsin

Isaac Showaki

Isaac Showaki

Founder and President, Octopi Brewing
Waunakee, Wisconsin

Alex Tyink

Alex Tyink

President, Fork Farms
Green Bay, Wisconsin

FEATURED AMBASSADOR STORIES

Green Bay’s Rise as a Tech Hub

January 31, 2024|Comments Off on Green Bay’s Rise as a Tech Hub

Wisconsin's diverse and multifaceted ecosystem, which includes health care, manufacturing, logistics, hospitality, and sports-driven commerce, provides a supportive foundation for these innovative start-up companies and founders. Read More

From Mexico to Madison: Why Wisconsin is My Home for Life and Business

November 13, 2023|Comments Off on From Mexico to Madison: Why Wisconsin is My Home for Life and Business

Wisconsin residents are exceptionally friendly and welcoming, a stark contrast to my experiences in other places. The tight-knit community is not only heartwarming but also reassuring and feels safe, making it a perfect place to raise a family. Read More

Innovation Elevated

October 27, 2023|Comments Off on Innovation Elevated

The Flex Acre was developed to meet the growing demands of our customers and partners, and to create an indoor vertical farm designed with modularity, flexibility, and scalability in mind. Read More