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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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Achieving impact through collaboration
WEDC provided technical assistance to help partner organizations statewide create and submit successful proposals for the Diverse Business Assistance Grant Program and the Diverse Business Investment Grant Program.
WEDC grants power downtown development, community investment
CDI Grants provide up to $250,000, or 25% of eligible project costs, for construction, renovation and other physical improvements for projects that incorporate a commercial element.
Wisconsin’s biotech strength leverages major drug company expansion
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals has broken ground on a $220 million expansion expected to create more than 230 jobs.
Building stronger communities through brownfield redevelopment
Communities may experience many environmental, social and economic benefits from brownfield redevelopment by removing health hazards, removing blight through renovating abandoned buildings and removal of derelict structures, and preserving historical landmarks.
Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference scheduled for June 1-2 in Milwaukee
The 20th annual conference, titled “Putting Early Stage Pieces Together,” will be a chance for entrepreneurs at all levels to make connections and showcase their innovations, services and technologies.
Rock-solid success leads Quarra Stone to expand in Sun Prairie
The privately held company, founded in 1998, provides custom-cut stone for architects, artists and masons nationwide.
Sparking inspiration for Wisconsin’s video game industry
The Wisconsin Games Alliance’s speaker series debuts this week, online.
Business-minded high-schoolers can compete for scholarships, cash
April 10 is the deadline to submit an initial entry form for the Wisconsin High School Business Model Competition, organized by UW-Oshkosh.
