Economic Development
Get the latest updates on economic development initiatives across southeastern Wisconsin.
Yaskawa America to invest $180 million to relocate headquarters to Franklin
Yaskawa America is investing $180 million to relocate its headquarters to Franklin, creating 700 new jobs and consolidating operations.
Employ Milwaukee names new president and CEO
Employ Milwaukee, the county's workforce development board, has appointed Julie Cayo as president and CEO.
Q&A: Karen Frost prioritizing innovation, strategic partnerships as next leader of The Water Council
After being with Milwaukee-based nonprofit The Water Council for more than a decade, Karen Frost is settling into the new role of executive director.
Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub projects on workforce development, innovation in oncology, startup commercialization making progress
Three Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub projects focused on workforce development, innovation in oncology, and startup commercialization are making progress.
Commentary: Get out of the way
Earlier this year, we surveyed real estate industry professionals to ask them which communities in the area were the...
Viewpoints: Public Service Commission should approve new natural gas power plants
New natural gas plants in Wisconsin are vital to power growth, attract investment, and ensure a reliable, lower-emission energy supply.
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WWBIC names new president
Milwaukee-based Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corp. announced that Kathryn Dunn has been named its new president and chief visionary officer.
Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. board elects new chair
The board of directors for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. has unanimously elected Pamela Boivin as its new chair.
A bold investment in strong families, thriving communities
In 2023, the Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation launched a $22M+ investment in The Collective and in more than...
Top takeaways from BizTimes’ MadWaukee 2050 event
Significant economic development opportunity abounds in the corridor between Madison and Milwaukee, leaders in the public and private sectors...
