Fintech transplant Debtle finds fertile ground in Wisconsin
Debtle’s cofounders hadn’t intended to relocate to Wisconsin, but once they realized all the resources and support available here, they were more than happy to leave New Orleans for Sheboygan. Read More
Sussex IM invests $9.9 million to expand operations
WEDC is supporting the project with up to $200,000 in state income tax credits. Read More
New report outlines state’s economic recovery strategy
The new report identifies five elements as keys to every individual’s economic well-being—financial stability; education; health; community infrastructure, including access to affordable housing and child care; and a clean environment—and encourages state and local leaders to invest accordingly. Read More
WEDC releases report outlining state’s economic recovery strategy
A new report from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) sets out a comprehensive strategy for investing in people to help Wisconsin recover from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes announced today. Read More
Verona business wins first Main Street Mini-Makeover Contest
The Sow’s Ear to receive merchandising makeover with help from WEDC MADISON, WI. APRIL 5, 2021 – The Sow’s Ear, a yarn and coffee shop in downtown Verona, has been
Wisconsin’s emerging investors: finding success through collaboration
How the power of collaboration is helping a new generation of investors accelerate the state’s tech ecosystem Read More
Download new vaccine guidelines for employers
Published by WEDC with input from the Department of Health Services, the document provides guidance for how employers can encourage high rates of vaccination among their workers, and includes links to resources such as posters and flyers. Read More
Encourage employees to get vaccinated for safer communities
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), in consultation with the state Department of Health Services, is offering help to employers and business owners to talk with their employees about the COVID-19 vaccines and encourage as many as possible to get the vaccination. Read More
Connect with export partners in Poland via WEDC’s virtual trade venture
To help Wisconsin companies continue to grow their exports while international travel is limited, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is organizing a virtual Global Trade Venture that will connect Wisconsin exporters with potential buyers, distributors and other partners in Poland. Read More
Testimony of WEDC Secretary Missy Hughes Assembly Committee on Children and Families
As the state’s leading economic development organization, WEDC wants to make sure that as Wisconsin emerges from the pandemic, we are best positioned to get everyone who can work, back to work. Read More
Village of Argyle receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of former Ford building
The Village of Argyle is receiving a $250,000 state grant to help renovate the former Ford building located in downtown Argyle. Read More
WEDC trade ventures go virtual during pandemic
Now WEDC’s trade ventures connect Wisconsin exporters virtually with potential international buyers, distributors and other partners. Read More