Announcement made during ceremony to unveil Chippewa Falls Vibrant Spaces project which restores a community memorial CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI. AUGUST 28, 2024 – A newly restored memorial honoring lives lost in a tragic 2005 bus crash will serve as an attractive …
Left: Links Martial Arts original building; middle: work progressing on the façade; right: newly painted façade and window signage This year’s winners of the Main Street Makeover Contest include an Ellsworth purveyor of aromatherapy and wellness products, …
From L to R: Richard Garman, director of economic development and finance with the North Dakota Department of Commerce; Sam Rikkers, deputy secretary and chief operating officer with WEDC; Dave Burrows, executive vice president of engagement and business …
Building relationships with Wisconsin’s Tribes David Flemming, WEDC Tribal liaison In a move to strengthen ties with Wisconsin’s Native American communities, WEDC has named David “Waabigekek” Fleming Sr. as its new Tribal liaison. Fleming will be the first …
By Missy Hughes WEDC Secretary and CEO Fiscal year 2024, which just drew to a close, was a banner year for WEDC and our economy. Over the last 12 months, we saw businesses within the state commit to $2.4 billion in planned capital investments, $100 million …
Applications for latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants open Aug. 12. MADISON, WI. AUG. 7, 2024 – Organizations that support Wisconsin entrepreneurs will be able to apply for the latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants from the Wisconsin …
The acquisition of Octopi Brewing by Japan’s Asahi Group serves strategic interests for both companies.. By Wisconsin Ambassador Isaac Showaki, Managing Director, Octopi Brewing In January, Octopi Brewing was acquired by Asahi Group, a global Japanese food …
AI action plan prioritizes strategies to build state’s competitive edge MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the final action plan of the Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence (AI), offering a positive path forward to connect …
Column by Carol Hirschmugl, Ph.D. Wisconsin Ambassador; CEO and cofounder, COnovate Starting a clean technology company presents unique challenges. These startups require extensive product development, diverse expertise, and significant investment in …
WEDC assistance to generate more than $2.4 billion worth of investments across the state MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, announced Wisconsin saw record planned …
Pamela Boivin MADISON, JULY 22, 2024 — Gov. Tony Evers today appointed Pamela Boivin to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Board of Directors. This appointment fills a vacancy created by the resignation of Willie Smith from the board. “ …
Report calls for closer ties between state’s manufacturing, R&D sectors MADISON, WI. JULY 18, 2024 – Wisconsin holds a major lead in electrification – the powering of everything from postal trucks to lawn mowers with electricity instead of fossil fuels …
NVNG’s +Venture Wisconsin is a matchmaking tool to expand the state’s venture ecosystem. A Madison-based venture capital firm is spotlighting young Wisconsin businesses to help them meet potential investors. NVNG Investment Advisors has created a website, …
Grants include assistance to biohealth startups MADISON, WI. JULY 10, 2024 – Seven organizations supporting Wisconsin entrepreneurs with technical and financial assistance have received nearly $850,000 in the latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants …
Businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans are eligible MADISON, WI. JUNE 25, 2024 – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is seeking nominations for the 2024 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which will be recognized …
Tech Hub projected to bring more than 30,000 jobs and $9 billion of economic development in first 10 years to Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin), today announced that Wisconsin has officially been …
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a global leader in scientific solutions, is celebrating the expansion of its pharmaceutical product development (PPD) clinical research business at the Good Manufacturing Practices laboratory in Middleton, Wisconsin. Thermo …
Partha Sabniviss and Sara Parthasarathy in the Flavor Temptations kitchen Transformative milestones and unprecedented growth Flavor Temptations has hit significant milestones, gained national recognition, and experienced unprecedented growth over the past …
Travel Wisconsin resources highlight filming locations, culinary gems throughout state MADISON, Wis. (June 27, 2024) – With the conclusion of the Wisconsin season of Bravo’s “Top Chef,” Travel Wisconsin is helping residents and travelers continue their …
WEDC will invest up to $2.15 million in performance-based tax credits as company creates hundreds of new jobs by 2026 MIDDLETON — Gov. Tony Evers today joined company officials and local leaders to celebrate the expansion of the PPD clinical research …
