Forward BIOLABS quickly outgrows its capacity
Strong demand for office space at Forward BIOLABS indicates that the biomanufacturing sector is growing rapid in Wisconsin. Read More
New startup loans funded to reach Milwaukee’s northwest side
WEDC’s new round of Capital Catalyst awards aims to provide matching funds for local funding sources in communities across the state, including a new small business startup loan fund specifically for businesses on Milwaukee’s northwest side. Read More
ExporTech series in Menomonie can help companies reach new global markets
Companies in western Wisconsin are invited to apply Exportech, which will guide them in desiging and implementing an export strategy. A session will be held in Menomonie in Fall 2019. Read More
Company success story: Sub-Zero
Sub-Zero, a manufacturer of premium appliances, is growing with a new $70 million reserach and development facility expansion in Fitchburg. Read More
FAQ: WEDC introduces powerful new talent marketing toolkit
WEDC's talent marketing toolkit offers high-quality videos, social media posts, and digital and print ads to promote Wisconsin's excellent climate for personal and professional fulfillment. Read More
New infill construction in historic commercial districts
The design of a new infill building, particularly its front façade, is a special challenge. It should be designed to look appropriate and compatible with surrounding buildings, yet still look like it was built today. Read More
New construction in historic commercial districts
Communities large and small across Wisconsin are seeing a building boom of late, largely due to a need for more housing. Interjecting new buildings within a cohesive district of already-built structures is a sensitive design issue. Read More
Wisconsin dairy farmers taking the lead on water management
Raj Shukla of the River Alliance of Wisconsin and Matt Howard of the Alliance for Water Stewardship discuss the Clear Water Farms Program at the Water Leaders Summit in
Anatomy of a Wisconsin Main Street Makeover
Wondering what it takes for a successful Wisconsin Main Street Makeover? From the initial application to the final unveiling, this post covers all the moving parts of the Wisconsin Main Street Program's annual event. Read More
Business success in the 21st century
The recent survey found that new business starts in Wisconsin downtowns reached a high-water mark in 2018. With new businesses of all types were cropping up in Wisconsin's downtown, here's how a few found success. Read More
Creating memorable events
Local events have an outsized influence on the perception and imagination of residents and visitors to the district. Creating memorable experiences for an hour, evening or weekend leaves people wanting more. Read More
Wisconsin Main Street Awards recognize success
The recent Wisconsin Main Street Awards recognized notable businesses and projects from around the state over the past year. The awards, now in their 28th year, recognize many different forms of success. Read More