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Content referencing Mark R. Hogan
Wangard Partners Announces Appointment of Meg Boyle to Advisory Board
Milwaukee-based Real Estate Firm Continues Expansion of Distinguished Advisory Board
Dec 12th, 2023 by Wangard Partners, Inc.
Mistake? Foxconn Was a Whopper
How could Republican federal and state leaders have been so wrong?
Oct 30th, 2020 by John Torinus
Watchdog Group Seeks Probe of Johnson Project
Did Walker administration pull strings to give senator’s children tax credits worth up to $2.1 million?
Oct 14th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Foxconn Innovation Centers Are On Hold
Hundreds of jobs were to be created at centers in four different cities. Little has happened.
Oct 23rd, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Gov. Evers: Beaver Dam Commerce Park Ready for Development
Industrial site is latest addition to Certified In Wisconsin® program
Aug 29th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Gulfstream Opens Appleton Service Center
$39.5 million capital investment in service and operations will create 171 jobs
Aug 23rd, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
WEDC Grants Spur Innovation at UWM’s School of Freshwater Sciences and Connected Systems Institute
WEDC supported the 2017 launch of the Connected Systems Institute with an initial grant of $900,000.
Aug 15th, 2019 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Foxconn Jobs Not Worth The Cost
New analysis shows the cost to taxpayers per job outweighs the return.
Aug 6th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
A $1 Million Fund To Support Northwest Side Startups
State contributes $500,000 match to Northwest Side CDC loan fund targeted at early stage companies.
Jul 12th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Evers Announces Nexus Pharmaceuticals to Build Sterile Injectable Manufacturing Facility in Pleasant Prairie
The Pleasant Prairie manufacturing facility will support the production and supply of drugs in an array of therapeutic areas, including anesthesia, oncology, cardiovascular and neurology.
Jul 10th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
$189 million ND Paper project receives WEDC support
$1.7 million in tax credits to help support expansion at Biron mill, 27 new jobs
May 22nd, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
20 Wisconsin school districts awarded Fab Labs Grants
Governor Tony Evers, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, WEDC Secretary Mark Hogan and other key leaders to award grants during statewide tour on Fab Lab Day
May 13th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Report Shows State Jobs Agency Still Fails
Audit of WEDC finds companies given tax credits and loans created only 35% of promised jobs.
May 11th, 2019 by Brady Carlson
Advanced Composite Products and Technology establishes operations in Wisconsin
New expansion in Marathon County will create 13 jobs, $5.2 million capital investment
May 9th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
How to Improve the Foxconn Contract
Changes could benefit both the state and company.
May 7th, 2019 by Jon Peacock
Local Wisconsin Main Street organizations recognized at 28th annual awards ceremony
WEDC salutes volunteers, staff for their efforts at event in Chippewa Falls
Apr 26th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation names new communications director
David Callender brings extensive experience in journalism, government relations and policy analysis
Apr 24th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Centro Sperimentale del Latte establishes operations in Racine County
Italian probiotic company to establish U.S. operations with manufacturing facility
Apr 8th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Faith Technologies expands operations in Outagamie County
New manufacturing facility in Little Chute will create 275 jobs
Apr 4th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
City of Fond du Lac receives $90,000 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown historical building
WEDC investment to help fund renovation of building into tavern, apartments
Mar 26th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
WEDC approves tax credits for new Amazon facility in Oak Creek
Support for the $200 million project is expected to help create 1,500 jobs in Milwaukee County.
Mar 25th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Bernatello’s Pizza expands operations in Kaukauna
New expansion will create 48 jobs, $24 million capital investment
Feb 27th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
5 Key Problems With Foxconn Contract
Company could create zero jobs and still benefit from $1.6 billion of the subsidy.
Feb 23rd, 2019 by Jon Peacock and Joanne Brown
Conagra Brands expanding Birds Eye Foods operations in Beaver Dam
Company expects to create approximately 140 jobs over five years to support Birds Eye
Feb 18th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
WEDC minority business development director receives statewide award for leadership
Seyoum Mengesha was named a recipient of the Golden Champion Award.
Feb 15th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
WEDC awards nine grants to support entrepreneurship programs throughout Wisconsin
$500,000 in grants to help local, regional initiatives for startups
Feb 13th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Village of Cashton receives $112,500 state grant to support development of new day care facility
WEDC investment to help fund renovation of vacant office building in Monroe County
Feb 11th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Foxconn Project in “Chaos”
Foxconn workers, insiders say Racine project is failing in Bloomberg story.
Feb 7th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Village of Mount Horeb receives $250,000 state grant to support new dental complex
WEDC investment to fund construction of multi-specialty dental facility
Feb 7th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Evers, Foxconn Deny Project Is On Hold
Foxconn and WEDC’s Hogan also deny governor tried to “renegotiate” deal.
Feb 1st, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Genetic Visions expands laboratory operations in Middleton
New lab space will create 21 jobs, increase testing capacity
Jan 23rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
$190 million Promega expansion receives WEDC support
$1.5 million in tax credits to help finance new R&D facility at Fitchburg campus
Jan 16th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
EQ establishing operations on northwest side of Milwaukee
Minnesota-based financial services company expects to create 180 jobs over three years
Jan 14th, 2019 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Gov. Evers Requests Creation of Committee on Entrepreneurship and Innovation at WEDC
"In order for Wisconsin’s economy to thrive, we must foster a culture that supports entrepreneurship and innovation."
Jan 14th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
City of Brillion receives $500,000 state grant to support redevelopment of former Brillion Iron Works Site
WEDC funds will offset costs of clearing the site for first phase of $10 million project
Dec 17th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Kimberly-Clark to Keep Cold Spring Facility Open in Wisconsin
Company, WEDC reach agreement on tax incentives that will retain nearly 400 jobs at Fox Valley facility
Dec 13th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
WEDC awards $750,000 to four minority business organizations
Funding will help chambers provide capital, training and other resources to minority-owned businesses statewide
Dec 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Seal-Rite Door relocating from Illinois to Beloit
Door manufacturer to expand, upgrade its facilities; project expected to create 80 jobs
Dec 4th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Leonardo DRS to build new naval power manufacturing complex in Menomonee Falls
$56 million project expected to create up to 220 new jobs in southeastern Wisconsin
Dec 3rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
$40 million Lakeside Foods project receives WEDC support
$1 million in tax credits to support 100,000-square-foot packaging center expansion
Dec 3rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Wisconsin Fab Labs students to design protocol gift for top state officials
New design competition provides a global showcase for items created by students
Nov 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Federal Foam Technologies to expand operations in St. Croix County
$7.4 million expansion in New Richmond expected to create 52 jobs
Nov 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Foxconn and WEDC partner to showcase Wisconsin companies at the first China International Import Expo
Foxconn promotes “Smart Future” vision with ten leading Wisconsin companies
Oct 31st, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
State Jobs Agency Still a Failure
Walker administration blames director who left in 2012, but four audits in six years show problems persist.
Oct 23rd, 2018 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
City of Brookfield receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of historic train depot
WEDC investment to help fund renovation of depot into coffee shop, bike path trailhead
Oct 18th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants
WEDC expects to award grants to 20 districts; deadline is Dec. 13
Oct 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Komatsu Mining Corp. to Build $285 Million Headquarters and Manufacturing Facility in Milwaukee
Governor Walker joins company officials in announcing plans for 2.5-million-square foot campus in Milwaukee Harbor District
Sep 27th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Evers Wants to Replace State Jobs Agency
Head of agency and Walker campaign criticize Democrat’s plan.
Aug 31st, 2018 by Ximena Conde
City of Glendale receives $435,000 state grant to redevelop idle site
WEDC funding to help support Glendale Yard development
Aug 20th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
$500 million Green Bay Packaging project receives WEDC support
$60 million in tax credits to help support new paper mill expected to create 200 jobs
Aug 6th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
City of Oconomowoc receives $100,000 state grant to support development of downtown building
City of Oconomowoc receives $100,000 state grant to support development of downtown building
Aug 2nd, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
WEDC Secretary Mark R. Hogan, DOA Secretary Ellen Nowak recognize Merrill Steel for role in Foxconn construction
Merrill Steel is one of eight Wisconsin companies awarded contracts for the Wisconn Valley Science & Technology Park’s Multipurpose Building
Jul 23rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Wisconsin Main Street Day: Menomonee Falls receives state grant to support redevelopment of historic downtown fire station
Iconic two-story building being transformed into restaurant and banquet hall
Jul 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Wisconsin Main Street Day: City of Wisconsin Rapids receives $150,000 state grant to support redevelopment of former downtown mall
WEDC grant to provide assistance for environmental testing of site, which is being developed into shared facility for YMCA, Boys & Girls Club
Jul 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Mayville, Racine named newest Wisconsin Main Street communities
Announcements made as part of Wisconsin Main Street Day celebrations in eight communities across the state
Jul 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Six new communities selected for downtown revitalization program
WEDC’s Connect Communities Program helps revitalize downtown and urban commercial districts
Jul 9th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Governor Walker Announces $500,000 State Grant to Support Redevelopment of Former Dog Track in Hudson
WEDC funds will help fund demolition of area to make way for future mixed-use development and new baseball stadium
Jul 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces $500,000 State Grant to Support Redevelopment of Former National Envelope Corporation Site
WEDC grant will help fund demolition of area to make way for new commercial center
Jul 3rd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Foxconn Deal Already Paying Dividends
Construction of North America’s first LCD manufacturing facility having economic impact.
Jun 26th, 2018 by Mark R. Hogan
Governor Walker Announces $500,000 Workforce Training Grant to Support Great Lakes Cheese Expansion in Wausau
Governor marks Wisconsin Cheese Day by awarding WEDC grant that will assist company with training its workers in new $95 million cheese packaging plant in Wausau
Jun 25th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces $200,000 Grant to the Center for Dairy Research to Support Entrepreneurship Program
Governor marks Wisconsin Cheese Day by awarding WEDC grant that will support program that assists companies in development of new dairy technologies
Jun 25th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
City of Janesville receives $500,000 state grant to support redevelopment of former General Motors plant
WEDC funds will help fund demolition of assembly plant area to make way for future development on site of century-old plant
Jun 20th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
J.W. Speaker Corporation expands operations in Germantown
New expansion will create 100 jobs, $46 million capital investment
Jun 6th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
22 Wisconsin School Districts Awarded Fab Lab Grants
Governor Scott Walker, WEDC Secretary Mark Hogan, UW System President Ray Cross and other key leaders to award grants during statewide tour on “Fab Lab Day”
May 1st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
State Leaders to Join Governor Walker in Awarding Fab Labs Grants Throughout Wisconsin
WEDC Secretary Hogan, Department of Revenue Secretary Chandler, UW System President Cross among those taking part in “Fab Lab Day” announcements on May 1
Apr 27th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
City of Evansville receives $250,000 state grant to support downtown project
WEDC investment to help fund construction of new mixed-use building
Apr 24th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Milwaukee-area companies invited to informational session on how to bid for work during Foxconn construction
Meeting in downtown Milwaukee Thursday to provide updates on opportunities available to construction-related business
Apr 16th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
City of Kenosha receives $250,000 state grant to support development of downtown hotel
WEDC investment will support $26 million transformation of Heritage House building
Apr 16th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Milwaukee County receives $250,000 state grant to support The Sherman Phoenix entrepreneurial hub
20 businesses will occupy former bank building in Milwaukee’s Sherman Park
Apr 10th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
City of Brillion receives $250,000 state grant to support downtown renovation project
Once completed, the project is expected to add more than $7 million to the city’s tax base, and generate about $154,000 in annual property taxes.
Mar 29th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Upcoming informational sessions to give Wisconsin companies details on how to bid for work during Foxconn construction
Representatives from construction management firm and WEDC to provide updates on opportunities available to construction-related business statewide
Mar 27th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Governor Walker, ATI Announce $95 Million Expansion in Cudahy
Global manufacturer expected to create 125 jobs as it expands its iso-thermal forging and heat-treating capacities to meet demand from aerospace customers
Mar 22nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
WEDC names new vice president of sector strategy development
Vincent Rice will lead WEDC’s efforts to advance Wisconsin’s key industries
Mar 16th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Sheboygan, Manitowoc regions rank nationally for corporate facility projects in 2017
Site Selection magazine ranks the I-43 corridor in the top 10 among similar-sized metro areas
Mar 7th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Foxconn Deal Gets Even Worse
$4.1 billion handout will deliver even less benefits, more costs than imagined.
Mar 6th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Onalaska receives $240,000 state grant to support new performing arts center near downtown
Funding earmarked for $3 million International Performing Arts Campus
Mar 5th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Governor Walker Announces United Alloy Inc. to Expand Operations in Janesville
Manufacturer expects to create 66 jobs with $15 million expansion project
Mar 2nd, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
19 Milwaukee-area companies plan to create nearly 15,000 jobs
Foxconn, HARIBO, Generac among companies that plan to hire new workers to support expansion and new operations
Feb 15th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Governor Walker Calls for Increasing Tax Incentives for Kimberly-Clark
Proposal would more than double amount of tax credits available to company
Feb 5th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
River Falls receives state grant to renovate historic theater
Restoration project to play a key role in revitalizing city’s downtown
Feb 5th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
WEDC Gives $500,000 To Entrepreneur Groups
Milwaukee-based BizStarts and BrightStar are two of the state grant winners.
Jan 24th, 2018 by Dave Fidlin
Foxconn, Kwik Trip, Haribo Top List of Wisconsin’s 2017 Economic Development Projects
WEDC-supported projects expected to create, retain nearly 30,000 jobs across Wisconsin
Dec 26th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Announces $1.475 Million in Funding Awarded to Minority Business Organizations
Governor also names business liaison to help Wisconsin businesses engage with Foxconn, Haribo, and other new businesses
Dec 14th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
UWM awarded $900,000 state grant to support Connected Systems Institute
Nation’s first smart manufacturing center of excellence will focus on helping Wisconsin manufacturers utilize the Industrial Internet of Things
Dec 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Kwik Trip Expansion Plans Unveiled, 300 New Jobs Expected in La Crosse Area Over the Next Five Years
New bakery, other capital investments part of company’s long-term growth plan
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker, Foxconn Chairman Gou Sign Historic Agreement to Bring $10 Billion World-Class Advanced Manufacturing Campus, 13,000 Jobs to Wisconsin
Agreement provides incentives to support state’s largest economic development project while protecting interests of Wisconsin taxpayers
Nov 10th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
WEDC Shifts on Foxconn Contract
After saying board members could now see contract, they will allow vote only on staff review of it.
Nov 8th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Sargent’s Statement on Second Request for Public Review of Foxconn Contract, WEDC Board’s Two-Day Review
There’s no excuse for the lack of transparency or accountability with this much on the line for Wisconsin taxpayers.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
WEDC Admits They Don’t Follow the Law
Are they incompetent or flouting the law? And how will they oversee Foxconn?
Nov 3rd, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Governor Walker Announces New Water Technology Partnerships
The Water Council signs two agreements to increase collaboration during trade mission
Nov 1st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Discussions with key government leaders kick off trade mission
Oct 30th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker, WEDC Secretary Hogan Depart Friday for Trade Mission to Israel
Trip to focus on attracting investment, developing partnerships in water technology sector
Oct 26th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Secrets of Foxconn
Walker administration won’t release details of massive subsidy until after contract is signed.
Oct 26th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Matt Flynn Makes Statement on the Corrupt Handling of the Foxconn Contract by Walker’s WEDC
Flynn says he’s not surprised there are major problems with the handling of the contract, given WEDC’s history of mismanagement and corruption
Oct 25th, 2017 by Matt Flynn
New development in Fox Valley receives support from WEDC
New distribution center leased by Nestlé in Little Chute expected to create 100 jobs
Oct 24th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Wisconsin Can’t Afford Another Foxconn “Nuclear Bomb”
Gov. Walker’s negotiations lack taxpayer protections, expertise, and basic competence
Oct 20th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Governor Walker Urges Schools to Apply for Fab Lab Grants
Deadline to seek WEDC Fabrication Laboratories grant is Dec. 14
Oct 18th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Foxconn gamble shrouded in secrecy
Democrats urge transparency in Foxconn deal
Oct 16th, 2017 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
New statewide initiative aims to boost productivity of Wisconsin manufacturers
The average growth rate of productivity in the U.S. from 2007 to 2016 was 1.7 percent—well below the long-term average of 3.2 percent.
Oct 13th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Grover Corp. to expand in Milwaukee County
Manufacturer to bring Texas operations to Wisconsin and create 100 additional jobs over the next five years
Oct 10th, 2017 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
