Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

State Approves Its Half of Fiserv Subsidy

Company will get up to $7 million from state, $7 million from city TIF distrct

VISIT Milwaukee Launches ‘Good Things Brewing’ Television Show in 15 Midwestern Markets

In creating “Good Things Brewing,” VISIT Milwaukee seeks to introduce the destination and all its amenities to new viewers to increase awareness of and drive visitation to Milwaukee, which was recently named one of the top places in the world for a visit in 2023 by National Geographic.

WEDC launches big data tool for small businesses

SizeUpWI can help businesses make strategic decisions

Gov. Evers Delivers 2023 State of the State Address

Gov. Evers Announces Workforce, Economic Development Plans to Maintain Economy’s Momentum

Governor’s initiatives include investments to find community-based solutions to workforce challenges, invest in small businesses, and bolster healthcare, education, and clean energy workforces

Senator Baldwin Cuts Ribbon on Wisconsin MBDA Business Center to Support Minority-Owned Businesses

Baldwin helped bring home Wisconsin’s first MBDA Business Center in the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Top 10 State Political Stories of 2022

Evers and Johnson victories and suddenly changed battle over abortion lead the list.

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Highlights 2022 Accomplishments

2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes 2022 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

State’s ‘Bounceback Grants’ a Model for Success

Using federal funds to give $10,000 grants to nearly 7,800 businesses in all 72 counties.

Senator Agard Appoints Senator Brad Pfaff to WEDC Board

‘Good Things Brewing’ Sets Air Date

Milwaukee-centric TV show will be broadcast in midwestern cities on NBC starting Feb. 18.

Diverse businesses and leaders honored at 2022 MARKETPLACE

Governor’s Awards recognize excellence in business

15 businesses named as finalists for 2022 MARKETPLACE awards

Winners will be announced at Dec. 6 conference

‘Shop Small Wisconsin’ this holiday season

Governor Evers, WEDC officials will visit locally owned businesses and thriving downtowns to show that shopping small matters

RC’s, Buddha Lounge, Warehouse Being Demolished

A 56-unit apartment building will rise in their place.

Complicated Fiserv Subsidy Earns First Approval

Complicated deal includes $7 million for financial company, $4.6 million for neighborhood improvements.

Learn about Republican Convention business opportunities at MARKETPLACE Wisconsin

Presentation will highlight opportunities for diverse businesses as Milwaukee prepares to host the 2024

Deadline to apply for entrepreneurship grants extended

Organizations can apply for Entrepreneurship Partner Grants through Dec. 9

Three businesses named winners of Wisconsin’s Main Street Makeover Contest

Winners will receive a business makeover this spring

City’s Fiserv Subsidy Includes Vel Phillips Plaza Funding, Michigan Street Upgrades

Relocation job target is 780 jobs within four years. Includes rules around work from home policies, bonuses for city residents.

More support for entrepreneurs

Organizations can apply for Entrepreneurship Partner Grants through Dec. 2

City of Port Washington receives $250,000 state grant to support Inventors Brewpub expansion

Brewpub, restaurant and event space will enhance downtown redevelopment

Fiserv Moving Headquarters, More Than 750 Employees Downtown

Brookfield-based financial technology company with 44,000 employees moving HQ to former Boston Store building.

Three companies win 2022 Governor’s Export Achievement Awards

Winsert, Croix Valley Foods, Graftobian Makeup Company honored for exporting excellence

City of Two Rivers receives $250,000 state grant to support opening of Cool City Brewing Company

WEDC investment to help fund Two Rivers’ only brewery

WEDC grant to aid downtown Beaver Dam redevelopment

Grant will assist in clean up of a former car dealership

Six businesses named finalists in Wisconsin’s Main Street Makeover Contest

Two lucky winners will receive a business makeover this spring

WEDC grant supports Olympia Fields revitalization

The $250,000 grant will help transform area with housing, commercial space

New grant helps nonprofits to assist diverse businesses

Ally Grants offer nonprofits a chance to build sustainability, enhance services

Salm Partners continues to grow in Denmark

$35 million expansion expected to create 193 jobs

Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 20 districts; deadline is Jan. 15

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $1 Million Initiative to Support Rural Entrepreneurs

WEDC, UW-Madison Division of Extension will collaborate to assist rural start-ups

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

Apply now for 2022 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards

Diverse businesses to be honored at Dec. 6 event

Senator Baldwin Works to Bring First Minority Business Development Center to Wisconsin

U.S. Department of Commerce awards North Central Minority Supplier Development Council $1.6M grant

New grants aim to create hubs for community activities

WEDC’s new Vibrant Spaces Grant Program to transform underused spaces

WEDC’s CDI grants helping fund children’s museums in Eau Claire, Wausau

Secretary Hughes visits Children’s Museum of Eau Claire to see WEDC’s investment

Third Ward Attracts Top 3D Printer Manufacturer

Boston area company Formlabs, a leader in 3D printer industry, opens regional HQ here.

Formlabs opens regional headquarters in Milwaukee to support growing role in U.S. industrial sector

Boston-based company will add more than 100 jobs over the next three years

Gov. Evers’ Workforce Innovation Program Helping Bolster Wisconsin’s Education Workforce

GROW school districts using governor’s investment to recruit teachers in high-need areas

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $250,000 Grant to Support Waukesha Civic Theatre Expansion

Investment announced during tour highlighting the state's investments in small businesses and economic development, including the successful Main Street Bounceback Grant Program that has helped more than 6,200 small businesses and nonprofits across the state

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Additional $25 Million Investment in Successful Main Street Bounceback Grant Program, Grants Have Helped More Than 6,000 Small Businesses and Nonprofits

Announcement brings total investment to $100 million, program to help a total of 10,000 small businesses and nonprofits in all 72 counties

Transforming Wisconsin’s workforce

Historic investment in state’s workforce begins to pay off

DNR To Host Brownfields Panel Discussions On Sept. 15

Panelists will highlight new community revitalization opportunities available through a historic influx of federal infrastructure brownfields funding.

Gov. Evers Announces $900,000 Harbor Assistance Program Grant for the Port of Manitowoc

Global trade venture will help Wisconsin companies explore markets in United Kingdom

Stops to include London, Manchester and Glasgow

Gov. Evers, WEDC, and Company Officials Celebrate Opening of Milwaukee Tool’s Newest U.S. Manufacturing Plant

WEDC recognized for excellence in financial reporting

Government Finance Officers Association recognizes WEDC for ninth year

New ways to support entrepreneurs

Apply for Entrepreneurship Partner Grants starting Aug. 8

Registration opens for Wisconsin Economic Summit

Economic development conversation taking place Sept. 20-21 in Appleton

Wisconsin businesses invited to apply for 2022 Governor’s Export Achievement Awards

Program highlights global reach of Wisconsin products and services

UW Credit Union Will Anchor East Side Building

Developer completes purchase of site for car-lite building on E. North Ave.

Gov. Evers Announces More Than 5,200 Businesses Have Received Main Street Bounceback Grants

Announces city of Stoughton will also receive $76,100 to support redevelopment of historic downtown building

City-To-Suburbs Transit Service Expanding With $4.2 Million State Grant

FlexRide, a last-mile transportation service also working with childcare centers to make transportation easier for working parents.

Summerfest Tech Experiences Big Growth In 2022

Mayville business unveils improvements after winning Main Street Makeover contest

Freds Beds shows off remodeled store, hopes to inspire further growth in downtown

Inside Komatsu Mining’s Massive New Harbor District Campus

P&H parent company swaps a ribbon cutting for a tree planting in opening new factory.

Gov. Evers Announces $19.5 Million to Support Long-Term Solutions to State’s Workforce Challenges in 22 Counties through Workforce Innovation Grant Program

Announcement builds on governor’s initial nearly $60 million Workforce Innovation Grant investment, projects announced prioritize forestry, manufacturing workforce development, and workforce housing

City of Hartford receives $159,000 state grant to support redevelopment of historic riverfront building

WEDC investment to help fund opening of taphouse and outdoor patio

City of Medford receives $86,900 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown building

WEDC investment to help fund Brucker Building’s rehabilitation

American Wood Fibers, Inc expands operations in Schofield

Facility expansion will create 10 jobs, $1.7 million capital investment

Merz North America, Inc. expands operations in Sturtevant and Franksville

Expanded facilities will create 35 jobs, $8 million capital investment

New Research Unveils Wisconsin’s Regional and National Appeal for Living and Doing Business

WEDC survey finds quality of life and opportunities driving factors in state’s high perception rankings

Village of Ashwaubenon receives $250,000 state grant to support construction of mixed-use building near Lambeau Field

WEDC investment to help fund apartments, climbing gym and commercial space

21 Wisconsin school districts awarded Fab Lab Grants

Perlick Corporation renovates facility in Milwaukee

Renovation will create 35 jobs, $11.5 million capital investment

Gov. Evers, WEDC, Company Officials Announce Milwaukee Tool Plans to Invest $206 Million, Create 1,000 More Jobs

State will provide up to $22.5 million in additional performance-based tax credits

Gov. Evers Announces State Will Support Shipyard Building New Generation of Navy Frigates with Up to $12 Million in Tax Credits

Fincantieri Marinette Marine’s $300 million expansion expected to create 400 new jobs

Gov. Evers Announces Main Street Bounceback Grant Program Has Helped Over 4,200 Small Businesses and Nonprofits, Invests Additional $25 Million into Program

Governor's additional investment to enable 2,500 more small businesses and nonprofits to fill empty storefronts across the state

Weinbrenner Shoe Company expands into abandoned Merrill property

Project will turn former alfalfa storage into shoe manufacturing facility, extension of company’s operations

Evers Tour Touts Economic Recovery Efforts

Governor and cabinet secretaries travel to cities in western Wisconsin.

Gov. Evers Announces Major State Investment in Biopharmaceutical Company’s Wisconsin Expansion

WEDC will provide $2.5 million to Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals facility in Verona

Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Cabinet Take ‘Cabinet on the Road’ to Western Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers, together with members of his cabinet, hosted ‘Cabinet on the Road’ events in Osseo, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire.

Summerfest Tech Releases Programming for Two-Day Event

Casting Cleaning Resources expanding to Wisconsin

Company expanding operations as a supplier to the state’s foundry industry

SBA to Honor Wisconsin Small Businesses, Champions, and SBA Partners Receiving National Small Business Week Awards

SBA to Celebrate All Wisconsin Awardees During National Small Business Week May 1-7 with Award Presentations and Winners Panel Discussion at the Small Business Academy May 6

Wisconsin residents can help get broadband in their communities

Taking a simple internet speed test will identify areas of need

Celebrating Main Street’s bounceback

WEDC honors local projects, Main Street volunteers at Fond du Lac ceremony

SoftwareONE Moving Office To Third Ward

Firm moving North American HQ of global cloud solutions provider, and 135 employees, from Waukesha to Milwaukee.

De Pere manufacturing startup expands with WEDC help

Tax credits boost Quality Service & Machining’s manufacturing innovations

Lake Mills wins inaugural WEDC Place-Makeover

Community to receive up to $5,000 to transform alley into pedestrian walkway

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Main Street Bounceback Grants Have Helped More Than 3,400 Small Businesses Open Storefronts in All 72 Counties

$3.42 Million in Funding to Train Next Generation of Water Scientists

Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin Tackles Grand Water Challenges and Provides Support for New Courses, Research Opportunities and Hands-On Experiences for UW Students

Huge Foxconn Campus Remains A Puzzle

Mt Pleasant officials trying to lure other manufacturers, may need state help to pay bondholders.

Making child care sustainable

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant will test child care solutions

Gov. Evers Celebrates National Agriculture Day by Signing Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Dairy Exports from America’s Dairyland

WMEP/WSBC and The Water Council Commit to Strategic, Statewide Approach to Water Stewardship

Milwaukee Tool Begins Employee Move-In

But construction is still far from complete on new downtown office.

Gov. Evers Announces More than $212.9 Million in Awards for Neighborhood Investment Fund Program

Governor concludes statewide tour awarding funds with stops in Kenosha, Fond du Lac, and Green Bay

Three finalists named in Wisconsin’s first Place-Makeover contest

Winner to receive up to $5,000 to improve space

Summerfest Tech Celebrates 5th Year with Focus on Innovation

Grows to 2 Days, Adds Locations, Expands Reach, Doubles Pitch Competition Prize

Greater Milwaukee Urban League honors WEDC

WEDC recognized for excellence in economic development

Five groups win grant funding to boost entrepreneurship

WEDC program spurs innovation with $170,850 in seed money

Room to grow

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant to allow YMCA to expand child care and youth programming in Green County

High school diploma opens opportunities

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant project aims to help residents earn a high school degree

Applications open February 22 for second round of Workforce Innovation Grants

Up to $40.5 million in grants available to promote local and regional solutions to workforce challenges

Workforce Innovation Grant helps youth discover career path

Collaboration between schools, employers and Boys & Girls Clubs aims to positively engage teens in the workforce

Gov. Evers, DATCP, WEDC Celebrate Funds for Agricultural Exports Initiative

New skills open up manufacturing opportunities

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant project aims to help workers get the skills needed to thrive in advanced manufacturing