Opportunities, challenges explored at Wisconsin Economic Summit
The inaugural event, held in Appleton Sept. 20-21, highlighted the resilience of Wisconsin business owners as well as creative approaches to overcome obstacles. Read More
The new and changing face of Wisconsin business
In a panel at the Wisconsin Economic Summit, WEDC's Wisconsin Ambassadors shared what they believe sets the state apart from its competition. Read More
Wisconsin entrepreneurs persevere through pandemic to unlock success
The Wisconsin Economic Summit featured success stories of resilience. Read More
Harnessing automation to create a brighter economic future in Wisconsin
A panel discussion during the Wisconsin Economic Summit highlighted examples of innovative practices Wisconsin companies have implemented. Read More
Creative approaches help build strong, inclusive Wisconsin workplaces
Projects funded with a Workforce Innovation Grant were highlighted at the Wisconsin Economic Summit in Appleton Sept. 20-21. Read More
New look for WEDC Mini-Makeover Contest winner Plush Clothing
Plush Clothing in downtown Racine unveiled their new look today after a team of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) staff and designers transformed the store in a one-day reality TV style makeover. Read More
City of Spooner receives $119,000 state grant to support a new green space
A $119,000 Community Development Investment Grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) will allow the city of Spooner to transform a former post office into a green space that will link the city’s downtown with two museums, a developing railroad-themed park and a recreational trail. Read More
City of Sun Prairie receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown property
A $250,000 grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) will help the City of Sun Prairie recover from a 2018 natural gas explosion by relocating Glass Nickel Pizza downtown and adding 10 new apartments. Read More
State agencies to host virtual listening sessions for Wisconsin environmental equity dashboard
Gov. Tony Evers recently announced that four state agencies and partnering organizations are developing the Wisconsin Environmental Equity Tool (WEET), a public health and environmental equity mapping dashboard. Read More
Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is now accepting applications for the sixth year of its Fabrication Laboratories (Fab Labs) Grant Program, which provides funding to help public schools build or expand fab labs. Read More