Missy Hughes

Small businesses across Wisconsin can receive free advice and training

Newly launched Main Street Bounceback Technical Assistance Program offers expert consulting and specialized training.

WEDC partners with Appleton to transform former downtown mall

Community Development Investment grant will assist with food hub at Fox Commons.

Three businesses named as finalists in Wisconsin’s Main Street Place-Makeover Contest

Winner to receive up to $5,000 to enhance outdoor space.

Grants available to organizations assisting entrepreneurs

Applications for latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants open Jan. 6.

2024 Wrap Up- Gov. Evers Highlights 2024 Accomplishments

Housing options expanding across Wisconsin

Projects in Shawano, Rhinelander, and Eau Claire aim to address local housing needs and rising workforce demands

A Christmas Gift List For State Officials

What would Tony Evers, Robin Vos, Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson like to get?

What Are Foxconn’s Employees Doing?

After 7 years and $700 million in taxpayer subsidies, what have we learned?

Gov. Evers, Eli Lilly and Company Celebrate $3 Billion Expansion of Manufacturing Facility in Wisconsin

According to the company, the investment will benefit millions of patients worldwide, create 2,000 construction jobs, and add 750 highly skilled jobs to Southeastern Wisconsin

Shop Small Wisconsin, support local businesses this holiday season

WEDC officials will visit locally owned businesses and vibrant downtowns

2024 Roundup- Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Sauerkraut giant sweet on Wisconsin

Fermented Food Holdings Inc. leverages state tax credits and local expertise to boost statewide sauerkraut production and create 60 full-time jobs

Wisconsin Economic Summit kicks off Tuesday

Speakers will explore artificial intelligence and innovation during two-day event in La Crosse.

Innovation, artificial intelligence top agenda at Wisconsin Economic Summit

Registration open now for the for Oct. 15-16 event in La Crosse

WEDC launches pilot grant program for organizations to help small businesses

Local groups can apply for grants to support small business development and creation.

WEDC launches new round of grants to transform underused spaces

Announcement made during ceremony to unveil Chippewa Falls Vibrant Spaces project which restores a community memorial

Latino Chamber of Commerce hosts its 8th Annual Wisconsin Latino Economic UnSummit

Grants available to organizations boosting entrepreneurs’ success

Applications for latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants open Aug. 12.

Gov. Evers Announces Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence Releases Final Action Plan

AI action plan prioritizes strategies to build state’s competitive edge

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Record Planned Capital Investments in Wisconsin

WEDC assistance to generate more than $2.4 billion worth of investments across the state

Gov. Evers, U.S. Sen. Baldwin Celebrate Wisconsin’s Official Selection as a Tech Hub at Milwaukee Area Technical College

Wisconsin holds major lead in drive toward electrification

Report calls for closer ties between state’s manufacturing, R&D sectors

GOP Legislators Release Funds for Communities Losing 2-Year UW Schools

Gov. Evers has been pushing Joint Finance to release $20 million in aid approved in March.

Summerfest Tech Sees Big Results for Seventh Annual Conference with Record Number of Registrants, Expanded Programming, and More

Gov. Evers, WEDC Request Release of $7.5 Million to Establish U.S. Regional Tech Hub, Grow State’s Biohealth Economy and Create Jobs

WEDC recognized for excellence in financial transparency

Government Finance Officers Association honors WEDC for 11th year

Historic Mayville building gets Main Street Makeover

WEDC helps small family business spruce up downtown space

$100M Wisconsin Investment Fund to Focus on Tech, Biohealth Startups

Public-private venture will be biggest investment in startups in state history.

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $100 Million Investment in Wisconsin Startups and Entrepreneurs

&Wisconsin Investment Fund partnerships include focus on tech, agriculture, manufacturing, and biohealth

Gov. Evers, WEDC Request Release of $15 Million to Support Child Care Providers Statewide

Request builds upon governor’s continued efforts to support state workforce, lower child care costs for working families, and prevent state child care industry closures

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Nestlé Purina’s $195 Million Expansion of Jefferson Factory

Project will create 100 new high-paying jobs, qualify for up to $1.7 million in performance-based incentives

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Awarded $62 Million Federal Solar for All Grant

Funding to help fund solar systems for low- and moderate-income households

Wisconsin Main Street success stories celebrated at 33rd annual awards event

At Green Bay awards ceremony, WEDC salutes top 2023 revitalization projects

WEDC announces development-ready designation for Marshfield’s Yellowstone Industrial Park

Well-situated site is the 23rd to earn state certification

‘Top Chef’ Premiere Dished Up Praise For Milwaukee, The Dairy State

The season's first episode highlighted Milwaukee's Lupi & Iris, Blu and a handful of local personalities.

Expanding housing opportunities in rural Wisconsin

Projects in Ladysmith, Elkhart Lake and Rhinelander highlight efforts to address workforce needs

Evers Administration Encourages PPP Borrowers to Apply for Loan Forgiveness by March 3 Deadline

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin has been Selected by U.S. Department of Energy for Rural Clean Energy Demonstrations 

Collaborative partnerships between local and Tribal government and industry will bring economic and clean energy benefits to rural Wisconsin communities

Gov. Evers Signs Bill Providing Grant to Support Wisconsin’s Regional Biohealth Tech Hub

WEDC Board Approves Tax Incentives For A.Y. McDonald Expansion in Grant County

Investment in rural communities will create new high-paying jobs

Gov. Evers, Members of Evers Administration Celebrate Grand Opening of Child Care Center in Sturgeon Bay

WestRock To Open Converting Facility in Southeast Wisconsin

Company to Make Investment in Pleasant Prairie, WI

WEDC awards more than $1 million to entrepreneurship groups

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WEDC Leader Missy Hughes Had Big Year

Microsoft deal, biotech project among high points in 2023 for state agency.

City of Monroe receives $249,300 state grant to support historic building revitalization

WEDC investment to help fund the restoration of historic downtown building

Kwik Trip continues to expand operations in Wisconsin

Company can earn up to $41 million in tax credits for job creation, investment

Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence Continues Efforts to Identify Priorities for Training, Education, and Employment Solutions

Celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship in Kenosha’s Uptown

WEDC Secretary Hughes announces grant, visits small businesses

Diverse businesses and leaders honored at 2023 MARKETPLACE

Governor’s Awards recognize excellence in business

City of Sturgeon Bay receives $250,000 state grant to support waterfront plaza

WEDC investment to help fund community gathering place in downtown Sturgeon Bay

Gov. Evers, U.S. Sen. Baldwin Announce $1.9 Million Federal Grant to Aid Wisconsin Entrepreneurs

Funds will support legal, financial advice for more than 1,100 businesses

WEDC grants support innovation, entrepreneurs

Investment will supercharge building of Regional Tech Hub

Gov. Evers Announces Microsoft Makes Major Investment in Wisconsin

The development brings jobs, investments, and skilling programs to the region

gener8tor and Sherman Phoenix announce gener8tor Art x Sherman Phoenix 2023 Fall Cohort

Nine Milwaukee artists receive grants and mentorship

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence

30 task force members, national AI experts set to convene at public task force meeting Oct. 30 in Madison

2023 Governor’s Export Achievement Awards honor exporting success and promotion

Badger Technology Group, MacDonald & Owen Lumber Company, S3 AeroDefense and Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin recognized

Federal Government Designates Wisconsin as Regional Tech Hub

Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub can compete for up to $75 million in federal funding.

Baldwin Announces Wisconsin Selected as a Tech Hub

Wisconsin designated as Biohealth Tech Hub under the Baldwin-supported CHIPS and Science Act

Summit brings leaders ‘Together’ to build an economy for all

WEDC event celebrates innovative workforce solutions

City of La Crosse receives $217,900 state grant to support housing construction initiative

WEDC Secretary and CEO visits Fifth Ward Residences to celebrate housing initiative

Dove Healthcare receives $75,000 state grant to support expansion of Healthcare Workforce Training Institute

WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes visits Chippewa Falls Healthcare Workforce Training Institute to celebrate grand opening

Partnership Seeks to Make Wisconsin a Regional Tech Hub

15 consortium members say state's biohealth, manufacturing sectors make it an ideal site.

Audit Says WEDC Didn’t Meet Job Creation Goals, Was Slow To Recovery Money

Audit of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation recommends 26 changes.

Secretary Hughes celebrates groundbreaking for Saukville’s Northern Gateway Community Collective

WEDC is supporting the development with up to $1.1 million in tax credits for new American Orthodontics facility

WEDC recognized for excellence in financial reporting

Government Finance Officers Association recognizes WEDC for tenth year

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence

Wisconsin establishes consortium to expand its lead in biohealth

Group will enhance collaboration among public and private partners and speed innovation

Pedestrian Pathway Creates New Event Space in West Allis

$27,931 WEDC grant funds vibrant spaces in downtown West Allis

WEDC Secretary Hughes celebrates Mosinee hotel

Downtown Cobblestone Hotel & Suites will be economic spark

WEDC Secretary Hughes tours Imaginarium

A $250,000 WEDC grant is helping Wausau develop children’s museum

WEDC awards nearly $1 million to entrepreneurship groups

Applications now open for next round of funding

Democrat Will Challenge Rep. Van Orden

Eau Claire business owner Rebecca Cooke to run for 3rd District Congressional District that flipped Republican in 2022.

City of Port Washington receives $187,000 state grant to support revitalizing city gateway

WEDC investment to help fund renovation of abandoned lot into Hollander Chocolate headquarters

Beaver Dam art studio unveils new look with WEDC

Art on the Town is one of three Main Street Makeover winners

Thiensville awarded $250,000 state grant to rebuild restaurant

WEDC investment to help fund restoration of The Cheel restaurant after fire

WEDC receives national award for excellence in budgeting

Recognized for clarity and transparency

Rideshare program off to speedy start

Workforce Innovation Grant recipient celebrates 1,000th ride with WEDC, DWD, community and employer partners

Wisconsin Has Nation’s Second Best Small Business Survival Rate

43% still in business after 10 years. Only Iowa had higher survival rate.

Apply for a Governor’s Export Achievement Award

Applications are due July 31

Winning downtown revitalization strategies

WEDC honors best Main Street initiatives with awards

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order, Creates Green Ribbon Commission on Clean Energy and Environmental Innovation

Commission will advise on the creation of the Green Innovation Fund to leverage public and private financing to invest in environmental and clean energy solutions

State Needs More Skilled Workers for Electric Vehicle Manufacturing

WEDC report says state could become a global hub for electric vehicles, but it needs more workers.

Five businesses named as finalists in Wisconsin’s Main Street Place-Makeover Contest

Winner to receive up to $5,000 to enhance outdoor space

WEDC report shows Wisconsin manufacturers will benefit from strategic investments in expanded EV supply chain

Automotive supply manufacturers currently employ 92,000 statewide

Celebrating 10 years of Small Business Academy

Register now for free conference dedicated to helping local businesses thrive

Microsoft Data Center Proposed for Foxconn Land

Mount Pleasant seeking other tenants. Not clear how many jobs this plan would create.

Rep. Donovan’s Reckless Driving Bills Approved By Legislature

And: Republicans block rule that bans conversion therapy, allowing controversial practice to continue.

Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin Announce Wisconsin to Receive Nearly $80 Million to Support Small Businesses

New infusion of federal funds will create a $50 million revolving venture capital fund, assist start-ups, and aid micro-lenders

UW alumni in South Korea will spread the word on opportunities in Wisconsin

WEDC agreement to create new investment, export opportunities

State Approves Its Half of Fiserv Subsidy

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

State Sees Increase in New Businesses

500 new businesses per month since summer 2020. Why the rise?

WEDC launches big data tool for small businesses

SizeUpWI can help businesses make strategic decisions

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

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.

Diverse businesses and leaders honored at 2022 MARKETPLACE

Governor’s Awards recognize excellence in business

State Grants Help 7,200 Businesses

Evers used federal pandemic aid to give $72 million in $10,000 grants to small businesses, with more to come.

‘Shop Small Wisconsin’ this holiday season

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

Deadline to apply for entrepreneurship grants extended

Organizations can apply for Entrepreneurship Partner Grants through Dec. 9

Wisconsin Led Nation In Using Federal Pandemic Relief to Promote Economy

Evers uses 56% of federal ARPA funds for economic development, helps 6,600 businesses.