Let’s explore Wisconsin’s strategies and successes.
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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Jessica Martin Eckerly: Working with biotechnology companies in Wisconsin
Forward BIOLABS is a co-working life science lab ideally suited for start-up companies. Labs are fully equipped, maintained, and supported, and offer regular interaction among startup teams, between companies, and industry sponsors and investors.
Crafting charming communities: Unveiling best practices for downtown streetscapes
Practical amenities such as audio speakers, benches, flowers, and trash cans contribute to the overall charm and functionality of urban centers.
Public-private consortium aims to expand Wisconsin biohealth leadership
Working collaboratively, 15 public and private entities have created a consortium that is advocating for designation as a Regional Tech Hub and the federal funding that accompanies the designation.
Wisconsin charges up for success in electric vehicle sector
Wisconsin has the potential to emerge as a worldwide player in the manufacture of electric vehicles (EVs) and related equipment by making strategic investments in expanding the EV supply chain, according to a report commissioned by WEDC.
Manufacturing growth with the help of Industrial Revenue Bonds
When Wisconsin manufacturers look to expand, the state’s Industrial Revenue Bond (IRB) Program provides a low-cost option to generate funding for qualifying projects.
Wisconsin Ambassador feature: Creating craft beer excellence
Isaac Showaki, founder and president of Octopi Brewing, discusses Wisconsin’s strength as a food and beverage hub and how the top-notch talent pool has served his business’s growth.
Organizations that support entrepreneurship get a boost
A total of 20 organizations that support entrepreneurs in Wisconsin were awarded $2 million in Entrepreneurship Partner Grants from WEDC this year.
Attracting visitors and talent to communities across Wisconsin
From bustling city plazas to parks of all sorts, Wisconsin communities are building and opening new outdoor attractions to draw in visitors and new residents alike with the help of WEDC’s Vibrant Spaces Grants.
