Boivin succeeds Hank Newell MADISON. APRIL 23, 2025 – The Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation has unanimously elected Pamela Boivin as its new chair. Boivin was appointed by Governor Tony Evers to the WEDC Board last year …
WEDC leaders visit central Wisconsin city to see impact of multiple community projects RIPON, WI. APRIL 23, 2025 – Over the past decade, Ripon’s 7,800 residents have seen buildings transformed for new uses, businesses expanded to accommodate growth, and …
NFL Draft brings national spotlight to the Badger State GREEN BAY, WI. APRIL 22, 2025 – When the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off this week at the historic Lambeau Field, the whole nation will be watching as Wisconsin steps into the spotlight as a top destination …
Funding will bolster local efforts to support small businesses, entrepreneurship, and economic development on Main Streets across Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), today announced that …
Register for the free Small Business Academy dedicated to helping local businesses thrive MADISON, WI. APRIL 14, 2025 – Wisconsin business owners and entrepreneurs will have the chance to learn and network for free during the 12th annual Lieutenant …
Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Memorandum of Understanding Between Wisconsin and Hessen to Promote Increased Collaboration on Trade, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation MADISON — On the eve of the 50th anniversary of the Wisconsin-Hessen sister-state partnership, …
Gov. Tony Evers and Sec. Missy Hughes attending Hannover Messe. Trade mission to Germany and France to encourage global investment in Wisconsin, promote state exports, and kick off 50-year celebration of Wisconsin’s sister-state relationship with Hessen, …
Program identifies shovel-ready sites for developers throughout state MADISON, WI. MARCH 31, 2025 – Applications are now being accepted for the Certified In Wisconsin Program—which designates industrial development sites as being shovel-ready, making them …
Photo credit: Staple & Fancy Facebook page Mineral Point couple returns home to open community-focused grocery market and six additional housing units in the heart of downtown MADISON, WI. MARCH 25, 2025 – For years, Mineral Point’s historic downtown …
Latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants support startups across the state MADISON, WI. MARCH 21, 2025 – Eight organizations supporting Wisconsin entrepreneurs with technical and financial assistance have received nearly $1.3 million in the latest …
Column by Dominick Bindl – VP of Technical Development at Realta Fusion About Realta Fusion Realta Fusion is a cutting-edge fusion energy company revolutionizing the way we decarbonize industrial process heat and electricity. About Dominick Bindl A …
Local leaders welcome Secretary Missy Hughes, highlighting downtown, entrepreneurs, and National Historic Registry designation EAGLE RIVER, WI. MARCH 14, 2025 – When it comes to creating a dynamic downtown, communities may want to seek out advice from …
Local leaders welcome Secretary Missy Hughes, highlighting strength of community partnerships LADYSMITH, WI. MARCH 13, 2025 – Renovating a historic building. Creating a downtown gateway. Replacing underground utilities. Separately, all three projects would …
Communities’ achievements honored at 34th annual Main Street Awards ceremony in downtown Menomonie MADISON, WI. March 13, 2025 – A downtown that preserves its historic character, serves as a central place for residents to gather and engage, and provides …
Paige Peters, founder of Rapid Radicals Column by Paige Peters, Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Rapid Radicals At Rapid Radicals , we’re on a mission to revolutionize wastewater treatment and create cleaner, healthier waterways for communities …
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Thank you, Mr. Chairman and members of the committee for the opportunity to speak to you today about how Wisconsin can support and grow innovative new businesses. Small businesses and high-growth startups are both essential to our economy, but they have …
Sam Rikkers, WEDC Deputy Secretary and COO Good morning. I am Sam Rikkers, Deputy Secretary and COO of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. I would like to thank Representative Armstrong and members of the committee for inviting WEDC to discuss …
Paige Peters, Founder of Rapid Radicals Wisconsin Ambassadors are a collection of industry leaders from all facets of the economic landscape in Wisconsin. These innovators actively contribute to WEDC’s overarching goal of building an economy that works for …
February 21, 2025
