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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Making a good first impression
Communities that make it easy for newcomers to experience and engage with town assets will come across as more welcoming and will offer a better experience.
Public-private partnership will boost entrepreneurial ventures in Wisconsin
The launch of the $100 million Wisconsin Investment Fund provides a promising boost to the state’s longstanding commitment to innovation. It also provides another powerful reason for businesses to put down roots in Wisconsin.
Food entrepreneurs cook up success in community kitchens
These shared kitchens help bridge a gap for people seeking to start a business selling food, making smaller ventures possible without the expense of investing in a commercial kitchen solely dedicated to one business.
Wisconsin’s biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector is poised for growth
At Catalent's Madison location, the company manufactures biologically active pharmaceutical ingredients in its small- and large-scale bioreactors, serving pharmaceutical companies of all sizes. A biohealth hidden gem [...]
WEDC launches new website
WEDC has refreshed its primary website with bold new messaging and a visitor-focused structure that helps users find the content that best serve their needs.
The Wisconsin Idea continues to guide our state’s future
By Missy Hughes WEDC Secretary and CEO Two major developments this spring demonstrate that the Wisconsin Idea—the belief that business, educational, and state leaders should work together to find [...]
5 Lessons from My Year on Main Street
This article offers five lessons from my year working as an intern with the Wisconsin Main Street Program, highlighting underappreciated tools and strategies communities can use to support strong downtowns.
Certified In Wisconsin offers assurance to site selectors
The information technology giant has said it will invest "billions of dollars" at the southeast Wisconsin site over the next decade, and is also investing in local watershed restoration and STEM education.
