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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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Fighting cabin fever by creating winter fun downtown
Wisconsin winters can seem long, dark and cold. The temptation is strong to hunker down and wait it out. But just because the days are short and frigid, there’s no reason your customers need to be prisoners in their own homes. You can ward off cabin fever by uncovering the fun side of winter right in your own downtown.
Exact Sciences chooses Wisconsin to expand its cancer-screening mission
WEDC is supporting Exact Sciences’ Wisconsin-based projects with an additional $18.5 million in performance-based Enterprise Zone Tax Credits, which will be awarded if the company meets new capital investment and job creation goals by 2025.
MARKETPLACE turns 40
Fireside chat recalls the origin of the Governor's Conference on Diverse Business Development
Virtual Trade Venture: Canada 2022
To help Wisconsin companies make connections in Canada, WEDC is organizing a virtual Trade Venture from March 20-25, 2021. Canada is an ideal market for new-to-export companies, as well as those seeking to further expand their business/distribution networks in country. The Canadian market seeks innovative, advanced technology product and service solutions—so whether a company is a first-time or a seasoned exporter, this market should be a key component of its export growth strategy.
Wisconsin ginseng has international appeal
Wisconsin produces more than 90% of all ginseng produced in the U.S., and exported more than $19 million worth of ginseng last year.
Financial incentives for code improvements
Just like any vehicle, all buildings—whether they are residential or commercial, new or existing—require regular maintenance.
WEDC entrepreneurship programs assisted nearly 500 young companies in Wisconsin in 2020
A new report summarizes the impact of WEDC-funded programs that support entrepreneurship and innovation in Wisconsin.
MARKETPLACE panel explores the importance of diverse supply chains
The Governor's Conference on Diverse Business Development is taking place in Milwaukee Dec. 7-9.
