Missy Hughes, Secretary & CEO, WEDC By Missy Hughes WEDC Secretary and CEO There’s been a lot of good news about Wisconsin lately, and it’s only just the start. First, recent U.S. Census figures show our state’s population grew by about 20,000 in 2023, …
WEDC-funded career development initiative helps refugees move into higher-skilled jobs—and helps bridge labor gap in the process From FEED Kitchens on the East Side of Madison, Bakht Mohammad operates his catering and carry-out business, Afghan Kabul …
Projects in Ladysmith, Elkhart Lake and Rhinelander highlight efforts to address workforce needs MADISON, WI. FEB. 28, 2024 – Like many smaller Wisconsin communities, Ladysmith has struggled with finding and attracting workers due to a lack of affordable …
Kaukauna, Wis. — The city of Kaukauna Alley Activation Project beginning in April will connect the Second Street Alley and Third Street Alley near Heritage Mall and The Pub. Alley Activation is the concept of utilizing alleys to create a space for business …
After Wisconsin was named a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub last October, the consortium of public and private partners that helped earn the designation learned this week it has been awarded $7.5 million in state funding. The $7.5 million grant, …
Hayward, Wis. — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin announced Tuesday businesses across northern Wisconsin may be eligible for federal disaster loans due to the mild winter weather. Joel Harrison, partial owner of the New Moon Ski and …
Businesses in areas designated by the federal Small Business Administration can apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans MADISON —Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) today announced that many Wisconsin businesses may be eligible for a …
As winter blankets our cities in snow, the challenge of keeping streets and sidewalks clear becomes of paramount concern for municipalities, businesses, and residents alike. Effective snow removal is crucial for maintaining accessibility, ensuring safety, …
Student uses a torch during the ribbon cutting at Sauk Prairie High School’s new Advanced Manufacturing Lab. The lab was built to meet growing demand for manufacturing skills among the region’s workforces. Workforce Innovation Grant funds community and …
Thrive Rural program will provide 10 communities with planning assistance and access to grants MADISON, WI. FEB. 6, 2024 –Ten rural communities from around the state will get help meeting their biggest economic development needs and planning for their long …
Companies have until March 15 to apply for grant funds MADISON, WI. FEB. 1, 2024 – Wisconsin businesses aiming to grow or jump-start export success can apply for grants of up to $25,000 through the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) to help …
Cordero Barkley is a Partner and Director of Finance and Investments for TitletownTech – a venture capital fund and studio created out of partnership between the Green Bay Packers and Microsoft. It creates solutions, builds startups, and invests in …
Maia Reissner wanted a career in education ever since the third grade. “I had a fantastic teacher who showed me hands-on learning and the social-emotional aspect of education,” said Reissner, a 2023 elementary-middle education graduate of the UW-Eau Claire …
DICKEYVILLE, Wis. — A Dubuque-based manufacturer has been awarded nearly $6 million in tax credits to assist with the construction of a new foundry in southwest Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. board of directors on Tuesday approved …
STURGEON BAY — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes and Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Emilie Amundson, yesterday joined Door Community Child …
Microsoft broke ground in September on a $1 billion expansion of its data center footprint in Wisconsin, and expects the project to be complete and operational in 2026. In December, the information technology giant completed the purchase of 1,048 more …
FlexRide Milwaukee has completed its 50,000th ride, as it continues to deliver on its mission of connecting Milwaukee workers to suburban jobs out of the reach of public transit. The on-demand transportation service is celebrating the milestone on January …
Hurley is on the cusp of getting a multimillion dollar housing facility that is structured to provide a creative combination of living and learning for those citizens who qualify for residence. Marketed as a “multifamily, affordable community,” the pending …
Grants to fund training, marketing and other support MADISON, WI. JAN. 11, 2024 – Nine organizations working to support entrepreneurs have been awarded more than $1 million in the latest rounds of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants from the Wisconsin Economic …
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