Wisconsin businesses may be eligible for federal disaster loans if they have suffered losses due to the unusually mild winter. The National Weather Service reports snowfall statewide has been 20 to 30 inches below normal this winter. In the Lake Superior …
With innovative methods that allow for using live tumor cells to develop personalized solutions, Madison-based Elephas Biosciences is changing the course of cancer treatment. Founder and CEO Maneesh Arora has worked in cancer diagnostics for more than two …
Ben Popp and his team, plus an army of volunteers, pulled off the largest cross-country ski race in North America despite an extremely mild winter. Column by Ben Popp, Executive Director, American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Throughout the year, families …
Application deadlines extended to at least July 31 and would cover a majority of counties that are currently covered under disaster declarations MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) have been continuing to work with the U.S. …
Bonduel, Wis. – NiCole and Keith Fischer recently opened The Mill in Bonduel. The business is bringing new life to a building in the community that sat unused for decades. The Mill is a coffee shop and boutique that also incorporates bourbon, whiskey and …
By Joe Lawniczak, WEDC Downtown Design Specialist Established in 1976 at the federal level, historic rehabilitation tax credits have contributed to the restoration, renovation, rehabilitation, and reuse of countless historic buildings across the country, …
Find out if your businesses is eligible for a federal disaster loan program due to this year’s unusually mild winter.
Ladysmith, Wis. – From defunct to someone’s dream home, a recent grant is helping Ladysmith complete a project that will provide workforce housing and a community center. Ladysmith’s former elementary school has sat empty for years, now classrooms are …
An aerial view of a farm and barn during a Top Chef Season 21 challenge. Photo: Bravo What it will show the world, say those connected to the state’s culinary scene, is that Wisconsin is — yes — cheese, beer, brats and cranberries, but a whole lot more. “ …
With growing advances in artificial intelligence, leaders of Wisconsin agencies are working to create a framework for embracing the technology while protecting workers. The Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence met in Oshkosh on …
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp recently awarded three Idle Site Redevelopment grants, including funds for an Elkhart Lake project. The village of Elkhart Lake will use $200,000 in ISR grant funds to prepare a site for two housing developments, one …
Following Wisconsin’s designation as a Regional Technology and Innovations Hub (Tech Hub) from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) last October, the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub submitted its Phase 2 application seeking $75 million in funds to …
MARKETPLACE business panel discussion moderated by Michael Ward, Vice President of Business & Community Development, WEDC A celebration of business diversity. Guideposts to entrepreneurial success. The tools, connections, and inspiration to create a …
Jessica Martin Eckerly, CEO and cofounder, Forward BIOLABS 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 …
Earlier this month, WEDC debuted a new national talent attraction campaign that aims to bring new workers to Wisconsin to help alleviate our talent shortfall. Built around the theme “Look Forward Wisconsin,” the campaign uses a variety of tactics that …
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, …
