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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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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.
Virtual Trade Venture: Germany and Austria 2022
To help Wisconsin exporters break into the Austrian market and grow their exports to the German market, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) will be leading a virtual trade venture to these markets June 13-17, 2022. Registration closes April 15, 2022.
Three types of funding your organization may be missing out on
Community organizations are adept at being creative when it comes to doing more with less. By leveraging their extensive network of partners, Main Street and Connect Communities organizations can attract in-kind support to cover many expenses while programs and events generate revenue and attract sponsor dollars to help achieve the mission.
Safe harbor: Grand Craft Boats chooses Wisconsin for its workforce, outdoor culture
The manufacturer of luxury mahogany watercraft last month announced its decision to move its headquarters and production facilities from Michigan to southeast Wisconsin.
Workforce recruiting startups earn high marks in Elevator Pitch Olympics
The winners included Clock'd, a Madison business that helps bars and restaurants hire employees (first place); Internship on Demand, a Madison company that recruits and trains college students for internships at a variety of businesses (second place); and Xylome, a Madison biotech startup that is developing a sustainable substitute for palm oil.
Virtual Global Trade Venture: Mexico 2022
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is organizing a virtual Global Trade Venture to Australia and New Zealand from Nov. 8-19, 2021, to help Wisconsin companies connect with export partners in these markets.
