Economic Development
Badger Fund of Funds continues growth trajectory despite loss of Milwaukee-focused fund
When Ross Leinweber recently withdrew his efforts to raise capital for a Milwaukee-centric venture fund, he was deeply critical...
Michels Corp., DeLong Co. plan major projects at Port Milwaukee
Two major projects are planned at Port Milwaukee by Brownsville-based Michels Corp. and Clinton-based The DeLong Co.
WWBIC rolls out loan program for veterans
The Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation has partnered with the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce to offer loans of up to $25,000 to veteran-owned businesses.
WEDC to invest $500,000 in Wisconsin-based startups through pilot program
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation is launching a pilot program that will make direct equity investments in Wisconsin-based startups beginning in 2021.
Greater Milwaukee Foundation to direct $30 million for equitable economic recovery in the community
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation announced it will dedicate $30 million over the next five years to support equitable economic recovery in the Milwaukee area.
Sherman Phoenix putting ‘people before profit’ while navigating COVID-19
The past few months have been critical for brick-and-mortar businesses across the city as restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 kept operations limited and sales down.
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Former Milwaukee County Board chairman named LISC Milwaukee executive director
Former Milwaukee County Board chairman Theodore Lipscomb has been named executive director of community development organization LISC Milwaukee.
Lafayette Crump says he’ll focus on racial equity as DCD commissioner
Lafayette Crump, Mayor Tom Barrett's choice as Milwaukee's next commissioner of the Department of City Development (DCD), said if his appointment is approved he would work to make the city a more equitable place for racial and ethnic minorities.
Revitalization of downtown West Bend was decades in the making
In many respects, downtown West Bend is thriving.
Most storefronts are filled, its historic theater building is newly renovated, public...
WEDC’s $2,500 COVID-19 relief grants now available
Small businesses impacted by COVID-19 can now apply for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s $75 million grant program.
