NEWS RELEASES
23 businesses named finalists for 2020 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
Twenty-three Wisconsin companies from 18 communities, have been named finalists for the 2020 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which honors outstanding Wisconsin businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans. Read More
Communities, businesses, citizens say ‘We’re All In’ for shopping local
As the holiday shopping season picks up, citizens, businesses, and state and local leaders are declaring “We’re All In” for shopping local to keep Wisconsin businesses and communities strong. Beginning Nov. 23, Secretary Hughes will host a series of short videos on social media highlighting local businesses around the state as she shops for unique holiday gifts. Many of these businesses offer online sales, curbside pickup, delivery or other ways that make it easy and safe for shoppers to buy from them. Read More
Gov. Evers Invests $120 Million to Support Small Businesses as COVID-19 Cases Surge
Gov. Tony Evers announced today an additional $70 million in the second round of “We’re All In” grants, bringing the second round total to $120 million to be invested in Wisconsin small businesses. Read More
OEM Fabricators announced as winner of the Excellence in Services Award from German American Chamber of Commerce of the Midwest
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) deputy secretary and chief operating officer Sam Rikkers presented the Excellence in Services Award to Woodville-based OEM Fabricators at the German American Business Awards, hosted by the German American Chamber of Commerce. Read More
New website offers entrepreneurs access to local resources, events and networking connections
A new website will help Wisconsin entrepreneurs connect with resources, events and experts tailored to their specific needs and based in their communities. Read More