Economic Development
Get the latest updates on economic development initiatives across southeastern Wisconsin.
WEDC adds $3 million to microloan program for damaged businesses in Kenosha
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation is adding $3 million to a microloan program designed to help Kenosha businesses recover from damage caused by rioting during violent protests in late August.
WEDC to offer $1 million in microloans to Kenosha businesses impacted by violent protests
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation will allocate $1 million to Kenosha businesses damaged during violent protests following the police shooting of Jacob Blake, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced today.
WEDA executive director named new leader of Sheboygan County Economic Development Corp.
The Sheboygan County Economic Development Corp. announced that Brian Doudna, the executive director of the Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA), will become the SCEDC’s new executive director.
The tremendous potential of King Drive
It was early on in Deshea Agee’s tenure as executive director of the business improvement district focused on Dr....
Women in Business event panelists make bold moves
Being a leader in today’s world requires challenging the status quo.
That’s the perspective of a few Milwaukee women who...
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...
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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.Â
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.
