Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Governor Issues “Safer at Home” Order

Starting Wednesday no playdates or team sports. People must "start taking this seriously."

Gov. Evers Directs DHS to Issue Safer at Home Order

Last Call for Corner Bars?

Some are doing carryouts. Many have shut down.

State Treasurer Surveys COVID-19 Economic Fallout

Supports federal proposal for a Universal Basic Income.

State Launches Programs To Aid Business

Loan and grant programs intended to provide bridge for businesses hurt by pandemic.

WEDC announces targeted grants to small businesses suffering losses due to coronavirus emergency

$5 million grant program will assist “smallest of the small” businesses around state

$825,000 in state matching grants advance 9 high-tech small businesses

WEDC now accepting applications for Certified In Wisconsin Program

Program that designates industrial sites as ready for development has generated more than $456 million in new investment throughout the state

WEDC awards nine grants to support entrepreneurship programs throughout Wisconsin

$432,000 in grants to help local, regional initiatives for startups

Foxconn Contract Has Huge Loophole?

“Ironclad” contract may allow company to count seasonal employees for tax credits.

Governor Evers announces $40.5 million in harbor grants

Funds cover port construction and maintenance projects

Gov. Evers Announces $29 Million Harbor Grant to Port of Marinette in Support of Future Ship Building

Gov. Evers Announces $4.9 Million Harbor Grant to Support Wisconsin Agricultural Exports

Innovators, entrepreneurs are center of UWM engineering conference

WEDC, DWD host “Veteran-Ready Wisconsin Summit”

Event brings together businesses, community groups to support service members

City of Park Falls receives $250,000 state grant to support renovation of lodging facility

WEDC investment to help fund construction of 50-room hotel

Gov. Evers Delivers Democratic Weekly Radio Address on Special Session on Rural Prosperity and Support for Farmers

Republicans Bash Evers Before He Speaks

Condemn governor as too partisan, but his State of State speech is mostly conciliatory.

Gov. Evers Calls Special Session, Signs Executive Orders Supporting and Investing in Farmers and Rural Communities

Governor's Special Session legislation includes investments in mental health, farm-to-school and farm-to-fork programs, and increasing dairy exports.

Gov. Evers Delivers 2020 State of the State Address

Gov. Evers’ remarks as prepared for delivery.

Menomonie business wins Main Street Makeover Contest

Ted’s Pizza Palace to receive up to $10,000 to help give business facelift

Consultants Make $5.3 Million on Foxconn

Consultants and firms paid millions by state, county and village governments.

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

Winner to receive up to $10,000 to give their business a makeover this spring

WEDC lists top economic development deals of 2019

Foxconn Deal Looks Dead

Company’s revised plan ineligible for subsidies and Foxconn opposes contract rewrite.

Milwaukee Tool Expanding Wisconsin Footprint

Company to hire 870 workers by 2025

WEDC supports John Deere project to expand, add jobs

New facility will create 12 jobs, draw $24 million capital investment

City of Shell Lake receives $250,000 state grant to support renovation of medical center

WEDC investment to help fund new construction of a new primary and specialty care clinic and renovation of Indianhead Medical Center building

Committee Okays Reed Street Yards Fix

Sewer being relocated to accommodate development. But by which company?

Governor Evers: Brookings/ITIF Proposal Would Significantly Boost Funding for Wisconsin Tech Leaders

Report calls for 10-year, $100 billion federal Investment in “heartland” tech centers

Door County boutique hotel breaks ground

WEDC will provide $250,000 to the Village of Sister Bay to help fund the project

Door County Maritime Museum breaks ground on construction of new lighthouse tower

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is supporting the project with a $250,000 Community Development Investment Grant.

New Push to Fix State Workforce Crisis

Business, civic and government leaders will convene to discuss looming worker shortage.

Wisconsin businesses invited to apply for 2020 Governor’s Export Achievement Award

Program highlights global reach of Wisconsin products and services

City of Baraboo receives $54,700 state grant to support renovation of historic AL. Ringling Mansion

WEDC investment to help fund transformation of historic mansion ballroom into new brewpub

Melissa Goins of Maures Development Group Joins WHEDA Board

Founded by Goins in 2006, Maures has developed nearly 400 apartment units contributing more than $75 million of investment to the city of Milwaukee.

Foxconn Announces First-Round Finalists of Year-Two “Smart Cities – Smart Futures” Competition

Foxconn continues three-year competition that awards up to $1 million in cash and technical support to Wisconsin students, faculty and staff

Park East Apartments Cleared for Takeoff

Plus: Why Molson Coors picked Milwaukee over Denver.

WEDC announces deputy secretary and chief operating officer

Current deputy secretary is taking senior position with JP Cullen

Riverwood Eagle’s Nest breaks ground on construction of new senior community project in Wisconsin Dells

WEDC will provide $250,000 to the City of Wisconsin Dells to help fund project

Garver Feed Mill officially opens in Madison

Governor Evers, Destination Madison celebrate redevelopment of historic property

MillerCoors Will Change Name, Add Local Jobs

In global shakeup Milwaukee a winner over Denver and could gain hundreds of jobs.

FZE Manufacturing Solutions, LLC named latest Made in Wisconsin® company

WEDC officials present award in North Fond du Lac as part of Manufacturing Month

2019 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards recognize outstanding businesses

Governor Evers presents awards to top minority-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses

Regional Education Leaders Form Alliance to Address College Completion, Workforce Development in Southeastern Wisconsin

Together, HERA’s higher education institutions and partner organizations are committed to leveraging their collective strengths and resources.

Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 30 districts; deadline is Dec. 12

Foxconn Kicks Off Year Two of Smart Cities Smart Futures Competition

Foxconn continues three-year competition that awards up to $1 million in cash and technical support to Wisconsin students, faculty, and staff

Gov. Evers Attends Midwest U.S.—Japan Association Conference, Meets with Corporate Leaders

Trade mission emphasizes exports, connections with Japanese-owned businesses in Wisconsin

Can New Leader Clean Up WEDC?

Evers appointee Melissa Hughes takes over long-troubled state jobs agency.

Gov. Evers, State Business Leaders Depart Today for Trade Mission to Japan

Governor will focus on building relationships, increasing exports and attracting investments

Rep. Hintz: Statement on Governor Evers’ WEDC Appointment

"Missy Hughes is a proven leader at one of Wisconsin’s most successful, homegrown businesses."

Shilling Applauds Hughes as WEDC pick

"As someone with a connection to the Coulee Region, I have enjoyed working with Ms. Hughes through her work at Organic Valley."

Gov. Evers Announces Appointment of Missy Hughes to Serve as CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Ms. Hughes has served as Chief Mission Officer and General Counsel for Organic Valley/CROPP cooperative since 2003.

Gov. Evers Tours UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences

Visit highlights new Freshwater Collaborative program, public-private partnerships

Gov. Evers: Beaver Dam Commerce Park Ready for Development

Industrial site is latest addition to Certified In Wisconsin® program

Gulfstream Opens Appleton Service Center

$39.5 million capital investment in service and operations will create 171 jobs

State’s Paper Industry Still Leads Nation

With 1,531 workers in Milwaukee County. But it faces challenges, may need state help.

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.

Foxconn Jobs Not Worth The Cost

New analysis shows the cost to taxpayers per job outweighs the return.

Evers Respects His Agency Leaders

Walker at times ignored cabinet, made decisions for his political career.

Gov. Evers Announces $1 Million TEA Grant for Fitchburg, Supporting Promega Expansion and Creating 200 New Jobs

“The TEA program is designed to support economic development.”

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates SEVEN04 Place, Developer Brandon Rule

First development from young, African-American developer brings new, affordable housing to Walker's Point.

Gov. Evers Announces Search for Next Secretary and CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Gov. Evers is running a transparent process to find the best candidate to lead the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and is encouraging qualified applicants to apply online.

Raynetta Hill of CommonBond Communities joins WHEDA board

Hill served as Associate Director for the Historic Business Improvement District No. 8 in Milwaukee.

State Program Looks to Hire Veterans

“Hiring Our Heroes” fights state’s worker shortage by recruiting ex-military staff.

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.

UW System empowers small business innovation

“UW System’s Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship is powerful and growing,” said UW System President Ray Cross.

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.

The Water Council’s BREW Accelerator winners pitch ideas to corporate and community partners

This event was not only an opportunity for these companies to pitch their technologies, but also continue to build their mentorship support and, more importantly, to expand their network with potential investors.

Asian Market at Northridge By 2021?

After city condemns building, the mall's owners introduce development plan, timeline.

$189 million ND Paper project receives WEDC support

$1.7 million in tax credits to help support expansion at Biron mill, 27 new jobs

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

Advanced Composite Products and Technology establishes operations in Wisconsin

New expansion in Marathon County will create 13 jobs, $5.2 million capital investment

Three companies win 2019 Governor’s Export Achievement Awards

Gamber-Johnson, PIC Wire & Cable, Whitehall Specialties honored for exporting excellence

How to Improve the Foxconn Contract

Changes could benefit both the state and company.

WEDC awards $150,000 grant to support new food and beverage talent outreach program

FaB Wisconsin to implement statewide talent attraction and development initiative

Local Wisconsin Main Street organizations recognized at 28th annual awards ceremony

WEDC salutes volunteers, staff for their efforts at event in Chippewa Falls

Foxconn Announces Final Round Winners of “Smart Cities-Smart Futures” Competition

Concludes first year of $1 million competition with state, local academic partners

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation names new communications director

David Callender brings extensive experience in journalism, government relations and policy analysis

WEDC awards $750,000 grant for new beverage innovation center of excellence

Center for Dairy Research to create one-of-a-kind public resource for entrepreneurs with access to pilot plant and consulting services

Evers Wants to Renegotiate Foxconn Deal

Says 13,000 jobs "unrealistic," project is now much smaller, taxpayers must be protected.

Sen. Fitzgerald Statement on Governor Evers and Foxconn

"This completes the original narrative that the governor has wanted to undermine the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation from day one."

R.E. Management President Victoria Parmentier joins WHEDA board

"I look forward to serving on the WHEDA board and using my real estate management experience to advance WHEDA’s mission."

Foxconn As High Comedy

Tech publication The Verge tries to figure out what Foxconn is actually doing here. LOL.

Centro Sperimentale del Latte establishes operations in Racine County

Italian probiotic company to establish U.S. operations with manufacturing facility

Faith Technologies expands operations in Outagamie County

New manufacturing facility in Little Chute will create 275 jobs

State Representative David Crowley joins WHEDA board

“I am honored and excited to join the board of WHEDA,” said Crowley.

Wausau River District named 2019 Great American Main Street

Founded in 2002, Wausau River District has played an important role in advocating for new developments as well as redesigning wider and more walkable streets.

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

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.

New startups selected to participate in BREW accelerator programs

The BREW is the world’s leading freshwater seed accelerator with a focus on innovative startups that address global water challenges.

Milwaukee County Provides More Than $2 Million in Support for St. Anthony Place, Opening Today to Support the Formerly Homeless

St. Anthony Place is a huge step in Milwaukee County’s effort to end chronic homelessness in our community and provide permanent, supportive housing for those in need

Foxconn Announces Second-Round Winners of “Smart Cities-Smart Futures” Competition

Students and faculty representing Wisconsin’s higher academic institutions recognized for their contributions to environmental sustainability, medical services, and transportation

Wisconsin companies invited to take part in global trade venture to France and the United Kingdom in June

The week-long trade venture will include visits to Paris, London and Birmingham, which are markets of particular opportunity for Wisconsin companies.

Did Business Leaders Fail on Foxconn?

None raised any doubts about a deal that always seemed suspect.

City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel

WEDC investment to help fund construction of three-story downtown hotel

City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel

WEDC investment to help fund construction of three-story downtown hotel

Bernatello’s Pizza expands operations in Kaukauna

New expansion will create 48 jobs, $24 million capital investment

5 Key Problems With Foxconn Contract

Company could create zero jobs and still benefit from $1.6 billion of the subsidy.

DPW Files Federal Lawsuit Over Republicans’ Lame-Duck Power Grab

Republicans' legislation violated Democratic voters' federal constitutional rights