Missy Hughes

Wisconsin Housing Shortage Compounding Worker Shortage

Shortage of available homes making it more difficult to find workers, raising prices.

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

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

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 Nursing Schools Can’t Graduate Enough Students

But issues are related to lack of teachers and space, not applicants.

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

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

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

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

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

Afghan Refuges Buttress State’s Workforce

Immigrants bring skills and work ethic employers seek amid a tight labor market.

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 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

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.

Casting Cleaning Resources expanding to Wisconsin

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Creating a workforce to build healthier communities

With help from Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant, UW-Eau Claire, Mayo Clinic, and others hope to train new generation of health care workers, teachers

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

Gov. Evers Pledges State Support for Wisconsin Paper, Forest Production Industry’s Federal Grant Application

State would provide up to $8.2 million in matching funds to secure $100 million federal grant

Child care workers keep economy moving

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant to help Madison Area Technical College train workers and assess child care needs

UW Prison Education Program Growing

Initiative created in December 2020 has gotten nearly $6 million in public and private grants.

Homegrown entrepreneurs

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant will help Kenosha create the next generation of diverse business owners

Building careers while incarcerated

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant will bring new educational opportunities, workforce support to incarcerated individuals

Credits toward careers

Wisconsin’s Workforce Innovation Grant will allow Sauk Prairie schools to train students for careers, help workers upskill and keep key industries moving forward

Gov. Evers, WEDC Highlight Affordable Housing and Access to Healthcare in Southwest Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers and WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes announce grant for Prairie du Chien, visit expanded dental clinic in Dodgeville

City of Milton receives $88,800 state grant to support transformation of downtown building

WEDC investment to help fund renovation in distressed area

Finding resources for rural Wisconsin

Ruralwi.com to serve as a hub for rural residents and communities

City of Dodgeville receives $250,000 state grant to support expansion of dental clinic

WEDC investment to allow clinic to treat more underserved patients

Foxconn Qualifies For $29 Million Tax Credits

Project meets benchmarks for state aid for first time since 2018.

Wikoff Color Corporation establishes new facility in Lisbon

Project will create 25 jobs, additional $5.4 million capital investment

Software firm growing Milwaukee office with WEDC help

OpenGov plans to add 65 employees, invest $400,000

Strengthening Wisconsin’s paper, forest products industry

WEDC applauds Georgia Pacific investment in Green Bay mill

Village of East Troy receives $250,000 state grant for downtown building

WEDC investment aids construction of a project that will introduce two minority-owned businesses

Evers Awards $60 Million to Target Worker Shortage

Grants for job training, expanding health care workforce and skills training for prisoners.

Gov. Evers Announces Nearly $60 Million in Projects Aimed at Developing Long-Term Solutions to State’s Workforce Challenges

12 regional projects through Workforce Innovation Grants will help bolster Wisconsin workforce in counties across the state

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $150,000 Grant for Computer Science Education Pilot Program

WEDC locating its offices in Urban League’s Black Business Hub

Connects economic development with small business to give entrepreneurs easier access to state resources

Governor Evers, WEDC Secretary Hughes Encourage Everyone to ‘Shop Small Wisconsin’ This Holiday Season

Taking part in Shop Small Wisconsin helps keep local businesses thriving

New look for WEDC Mini-Makeover Contest winner Plush Clothing

Racine plus size clothing boutique shows off new style for holiday shopping

City of Spooner receives $119,000 state grant to support a new green space

WEDC investment to help transform former post office into a new green space that will link popular destinations

City of Sun Prairie receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown property

WEDC investment to help fund redevelopment for Glass Nickel Pizza

Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 20 districts; deadline is Jan.7

Podcast Production Company Opens Downtown Studio, Office

Podcamp Media leases space at top of Colby Abbot Building.

Podcast Production Agency “Podcamp Media” Opens New Studio in Downtown Milwaukee

Studio Build-Out Is Supported by a WEDC Bounceback Grant and Applauded by State and Local Economic Development Leaders

Racine business wins fall Mini-Makeover Contest

Plush Clothing to receive merchandising makeover with help from WEDC

Can State Fix Problems Underlying the Labor Shortage?

Evers administration putting $130 million into addressing issues contributing to labor shortage.

Officials Stand By Foxconn Project Despite Murky Future

The manufacturer announced it would build electric cars in Ohio last week.

WEDC Issuing Grants To Address State’s Labor Challenges

State development corporation providing grants up to $10 million for workforce development projects.

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Custom Boat Manufacturer Relocating to Wisconsin

Grand Craft moving operations from Michigan to southeastern Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, WEDC Kick-Off Wisconsin Tech Month in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $4.5 Million to Support Expansion in Wisconsin’s Dairy Industry

Gov. Evers, WEDC, DATCP, Local Officials Join Taiwanese Trade Officials in Highlighting Global Appeal of Wisconsin Ginseng

Conference In Brookfield Seeks Transit Solutions

Mayor says residents fear buses bring crime, but that it isn't true.

Gov. Evers Announces Generac Expansion in Wisconsin, Creating 700 New Jobs

Supporting Wisconsin’s entrepreneurial spirit

New grant program designed to test innovative ideas

WEDC recognized for excellence in financial reporting

Government Finance Officers Association recognizes WEDC for eighth consecutive year