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Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Record Planned Capital Investments in Wisconsin
Businesses partnering with the Evers Administration through WEDC committed to more than $2.4 billion in capital investments in fiscal year (FY) 2024.
Governor Evers appoints Pamela Boivin to WEDC Board of Directors
Boivin serves as Executive Director of Woodland Financial Partners, Inc. (WFP), a federally certified Native community development financial institution (CDFI) that provides alternative financing and development services for entrepreneurs and small businesses on to eleven federally recognized Tribes in Wisconsin.
Changes to Wisconsin’s Business Development Tax Credit Program take effect
The program now offers incentives for workforce housing and child care; the program was also adjusted in ways that make it available to smaller companies and recognize the value of capital investment separately from job growth
Wisconsin holds major lead in drive toward electrification
Wisconsin has nearly six times the concentration of jobs and industry in the field of power electronics as the entire U.S.
WEDC provides seven Wisconsin entrepreneurship organizations with nearly $850,000
Entrepreneurship Partner Grants assist organizations that provide training, financing, mentorship, and technical support to startups across the state.
Gov. Evers, U.S. Sen. Baldwin Announce Wisconsin’s Official Selection as a Tech Hub, Unlocking $49 Million to Grow Biohealth Economy and Create Jobs GalleryGov. Evers, U.S. Sen. Baldwin Announce Wisconsin’s Official Selection as a Tech Hub, Unlocking $49 Million to Grow Biohealth Economy and Create Jobs
Gov. Evers, U.S. Sen. Baldwin Announce Wisconsin’s Official Selection as a Tech Hub, Unlocking $49 Million to Grow Biohealth Economy and Create Jobs
Tech Hub projected to bring more than 30,000 jobs and $9 billion of economic development in first 10 years to Wisconsin.
Follow the ‘Top Chef’ Trail Across Wisconsin
Travel Wisconsin is helping residents and travelers continue their culinary adventures by providing resources to follow the journey as seen on this season of “Top Chef.”
Apply now for 2024 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
The awards honor outstanding Wisconsin businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans.
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