Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on October 13, 2022 - 17:47 GMT

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce More Than 6,600 Small Businesses and Nonprofits Have Received Main Street Bounceback Grants

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, today announced more than 6,600 small businesses and nonprofits have been approved for Main Street Bounceback Grants to fill empty …

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Published on October 13, 2022 - 17:41 GMT

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce More Than 6,600 Small Businesses and Nonprofits Have Received Main Street Bounceback Grants

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, today announced more than 6,600 small businesses and nonprofits have been approved for Main Street Bounceback Grants to fill empty …

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Published on October 13, 2022 - 15:08 GMT

Innovative Partnership Working to Address Nursing Shortage

Gov. Evers’ Workforce Innovation Grant to Train Nursing Instructors and Nurses GREEN BAY – As a nurse, Nichole Lauf’s experience and empathy have guided countless patients through their most vulnerable moments. As a co-clinical nursing instructor for …

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Published on October 13, 2022 - 14:58 GMT

Innovative Partnership Working to Address Nursing Shortage

Gov. Evers’ Workforce Innovation Grant to Train Nursing Instructors and Nurses GREEN BAY – As a nurse, Nichole Lauf’s experience and empathy have guided countless patients through their most vulnerable moments. As a co-clinical nursing instructor for …

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Published on October 6, 2022 - 02:09 GMT

Opportunities, challenges explored at Wisconsin Economic Summit

Economist John Koskinen highlights strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for the state’s economy. Amid pandemic-inflicted economic and workplace shifts, Wisconsin is regaining its footing thanks to resilient entrepreneurs, creative government programs, …

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Published on October 5, 2022 - 13:59 GMT

New initiative to help support rural entrepreneurs across the state

A $1 million initiative was announced Tuesday to provide resources, support and technical assistance to rural entrepreneurs across the state. Governor Tony Evers announced the partnership between the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension …

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Published on October 5, 2022 - 00:33 GMT

Now available: 2021 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Report on Program Activity

WEDC’s 2021 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Report on Program Activity is now available. The report, which summarizes a combination of data for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2021, and the calendar year ended Dec. 31, 2021, shows increases in funding, …

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Published on October 4, 2022 - 18:20 GMT

Ghana-based Niche Cocoa locates first North American manufacturing facility in Franklin, Wisconsin

Project is largest food and beverage investment by an Africa-based company in U.S. history MILWAUKEE, WI. OCTOBER 4, 2022 – U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Marisa Lago joined Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Secretary …

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Published on October 4, 2022 - 15:16 GMT

Ghana-based Niche Cocoa locates first North American manufacturing facility in Franklin, Wisconsin

Project is largest food and beverage investment by an Africa-based company in U.S. history MILWAUKEE, WI. OCTOBER 4, 2022 – U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Marisa Lago joined Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Secretary …

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Published on October 4, 2022 - 13:58 GMT

A cocoa processing company from the west African nation of Ghana is opening a local plant. Why did the company choose Franklin?

A cocoa company from the western African nation of Ghana says it’s opening a processing plant in Franklin that would be the largest food and beverage investment by an Africa-based company in the U.S. and the largest foreign direct investment from Ghana in …

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Published on October 3, 2022 - 16:52 GMT

The new and changing face of Wisconsin business

Wisconsin’s image is changing. Once considered a flyover state with an ingrained Rust Belt reputation, Wisconsin has shifted its priorities to emphasize the importance of community, diversity and the energy of a new economy. It’s a place where people see …

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Published on September 30, 2022 - 21:49 GMT

Wisconsin entrepreneurs persevere through pandemic to unlock success

Wisconsin businesses persevered through the pandemic and the hardships it brought. From left, Michelle Tressler, Tina Chang and Rachel Neill discuss how their businesses survived. The resilience of Wisconsin businesses was never more apparent than during …

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Published on September 30, 2022 - 15:47 GMT

Octopi expansion in Waunakee also provides road map for clean energy

Octopi’s business has been on a meteoric rise that has evolved with the beverage industry and has continued to receive investment from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. At its founding, Octopi was a staff of six people. It has ballooned to …

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Published on September 30, 2022 - 15:47 GMT

The loss of a major employer rocked Brillion in 2016. Today, the city has its sights set on a major transformation.

When the foundry closed for good, the Calumet County community lost hundreds of jobs at a business that at its peak employed more than 1,000. The city also lost its largest taxpayer and its largest water user. Six years later, Brillion is still struggling. …

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Published on September 29, 2022 - 19:49 GMT

Apply now for 2022 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards

Diverse businesses to be honored at Dec. 6 event MADISON, WI. SEPT. 29, 2022 – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is seeking nominations for the 2022 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which will be presented in-person Dec. 6 at the …

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Published on September 29, 2022 - 19:46 GMT

Apply now for 2022 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards

Diverse businesses to be honored at Dec. 6 event MADISON, WI. SEPT. 29, 2022 – The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is seeking nominations for the 2022 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which will be presented in-person Dec. 6 at the …

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Published on September 29, 2022 - 00:07 GMT

Register now for the Wisconsin Biohealth Summit

BioForward Wisconsin is hosting the Wisconsin Biohealth Summit on Oct. 12, 2022, at the Overture Center for the Arts, celebrating the Wisconsin biohealth industry as it continues to lead the way in addressing current and future health challenges. The …

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Published on September 29, 2022 - 00:07 GMT

Harnessing automation to create a brighter economic future in Wisconsin

At the Wisconsin Economic Summit, a panel of automation experts discusses the benefits of technology in the workplace and how it can make Wisconsin businesses more competitive. Automation is providing Wisconsin businesses with a rich opportunity to boost …

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Published on September 28, 2022 - 16:59 GMT

Octopi Brewing expands operations in Waunakee with WEDC support

Octopi Brewing, a contract beverage manufacturer and packager, is expanding operations from a 65,000-square-foot facility to 165,000 square feet. Expanded facility will create 150 jobs, $62 million capital investment WAUNAKEE, WI. SEPT. 28, 2022 – Octopi …

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Published on September 28, 2022 - 16:58 GMT

Octopi Brewing expands operations in Waunakee with WEDC support

Octopi Brewing, a contract beverage manufacturer and packager, is expanding operations from a 65,000-square-foot facility to 165,000 square feet. Expanded facility will create 150 jobs, $62 million capital investment WAUNAKEE, WI. SEPT. 28, 2022 – Octopi …

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