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Wisconsin has real momentum—from Main Street to the global stage—and the proof is in the blog posts. Every day, Wisconsinites are getting creative, strategic, and connected, teaming up with WEDC to find new ways to bring their visions to life—and finding success in their businesses and communities in the process. Click to get to know some of these creative Wisconsinites or scroll down to see the latest in Wisconsin economic development insights and news.
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Wisconsin’s tech boom: A new era of innovation
TitletownTech is a venture capital fund and studio created out of partnership between the Green Bay Packers and Microsoft. It creates solutions, builds startups and invests in founders across a plethora of industries.
Vibrant spaces create community in Wisconsin downtowns
The grant is returning in 2024, offering additional municipalities the opportunity to pursue improvements to vacant or underutilized spaces in the heart of their communities.
Wrapping up a record year for Wisconsin investments
Smart investing means ensuring Wisconsin is a place where businesses want to locate and grow—and where families want to live, work, and raise their families.
WEDC creates new position to advance Tribal economic development
David Fleming Sr. will be the first point of contact for WEDC in its relationships with administrators, grant writers, and other leaders within the state’s Tribes.
Wisconsin shines as a foreign direct investment destination
Our state’s proactive approach in fostering business growth and providing support underscores why Wisconsin is an exceptional place to invest and thrive.
Main Street businesses celebrate makeovers
This year’s winners include an Ellsworth purveyor of aromatherapy and wellness products, a Three Lakes taproom serving locally produced craft beers, and a martial arts studio in Mayville.
Improving the downtown parking experience
Parking is often the first experience a downtown visitor has, and whether this experience is positive or negative may color their overall perception of the district.
An exciting new chapter for Octopi Brewing: International investment, growth, and sustainability
Octopi Brewing was recently acquired by Asahi Group, a global Japanese food and beverage company, highlighting the continued international investment in the state of Wisconsin.