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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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‘A launchpad for sustained growth’
MARKETPLACE: The Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development which has education and networking components as well as an expo hall and a schedule of meetings that connect buyers with suppliers—drew 648 attendees to the in-person Milwaukee conference.
Seeing your downtown with fresh eyes: How communities can rethink their visitor assets
The most powerful visitor assets are often hiding in plain sight, overlooked not because they lack value but because the community has grown so accustomed to them.
Forward BIOLABS charts its next phase
Forward BIOLABS is a specialized coworking community that offers laboratory space to help young biotech companies get off the ground.
Supporting Small Businesses Across Wisconsin
Less than a year into the grant period, awardees have passed nearly $1.5 million in grant funds on to small businesses through a variety of unique programs that were specifically designed to meet each community’s business needs.
Casey: Focus on education, workforce, exporting for sustained prosperity
Wisconsin should prioritize workforce development—including investing in education—and should also support companies in maintaining or growing their exports to help soften the blow of tariffs.
Wisconsin exporters describe challenges, strategies for continued growth
In a recent conference panel, three Wisconsin exporters shared challenges encountered and lessons learned in selling their products—ranging from ginseng and lip balm to fitness equipment—into overseas markets.
Investing in the future: Voices of Wisconsin’s next-generation leaders
Young people preparing for careers in Wisconsin are facing harsh economic realities, from being able to afford a place to live to landing a job that gives them the quality of life they desire. But they also see a promising future here, especially if their voices continue to be heard.
Fostering a community mindset grounded in possibility and growth
Four leaders who played key roles in moving contentious projects forward in their communities shared their advice in a panel discussion titled “Fostering a Community Mindset Grounded in Possibility and Growth.” at the 2025 Wisconsin Economic Summit held in mid-October.
