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The EDA University Center will
assist new businesses by connecting them with expertise and
resources to establish their business so that it has a good
foundation for growth in the future. Below are resources available
for the starting up a business. In addition, please contact
the EDA University Center at 715-232-5023 for consultation
on developing an idea or starting a new business.
1. UW-Stout Technology and Business Incubator - Business incubation is a support process that accelerates the successful development of start-up companies by providing entrepreneurs with an array of targeted resources and services. UW-Stout College of Technology, Engineering, and Management has incubation space available in Menomonie, WI. The UW-Stout incubator is the recipient of the 2007 Synergy Knowledge and Idea Research and Development Award. Since its inception, the incubator has had a greater than 70% success rate, with incubator graduates generating a combined $73 million in annual sales while employing nearly 400 people throughout Western Wisconsin.
1. Small
Business Development - Link to the Office
of Entrepreneurial Development, or to the Associate Administrator.
Also offers tips on the Y2K bug and business development www.sbaon-line.sba.gov/SBDC
Economic Development
Organizations
1. Chippewa County Economic Development – Links to Area Organizations - Forward Wisconsin. Momentum Chippewa Valley. Chippewa Falls Industrial Development Corporation ... www.chippewa-wi.com/links.htm
2. Dunn County Economic
Development Corporation -
formed for the sole and exclusive purpose of promoting
economic growth and stability in Dunn County. Its mission
is to work in cooperation with business, industry, government
and education to facilitate economic growth and economic
stability. www.dunnedc.com
3. Eau Claire Area Economic Development – Corporate activities are related to critical talent, business recruitment, local business development and retention, community and investor relations. www.eauclaire-wi.com
4. Momentum Chippewa
Valley - The mission of Momentum Chippewa
Valley is to develop cooperative public and private partnerships
among the communities in the Chippewa Valley that will sustain
and expand upon regional economic ... ... A resource for
Chippewa Valley businesses. Momentum Chippewa Valley is a
regional economic ... www.chippewavalley.org
5. Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Network - WEN's mission is to create seamless access to entrepreneurial resources and expertise from across Wisconsin to both spawn new ventures and help grow existing businesses.
www.wenportal.org
6. Economic Development Administration - US Department of Commerce - University Center Economic Development Program is a partnership between the Federal government and academia that helps to make the varied and vast resources of universities available to economic development communities.
www.eda.gov
Publications
1. Business Journal of Milwaukee -
Weekly magazine covers business and the economy of the Milwaukee,
WI, area. Has feature articles, events listings, and subscription
details. www.amcity.com/milwaukee
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Wisconsin Government Organizations
1. Wisconsin
County Information - Furnishes population,
size, and contact information for each of the state's
seventy-three counties. Includes a list of elected officials. www.naco.org
2. Wisconsin
Dept. of Commerce - Find statistics
on the business climate of Wisconsin. Provides international
services, press releases, and info about state communities, http://www.commerce.state.wi.us/
3. Wisconsin
Department of Revenue - Statistical
reports, tax forms, training opportunities and tax bulletins
are all available here. Includes a FAQ and related links. www.dor.state.wi.us
4. Wisconsin
Department of Workforce Development -
Wage, permit, workers' compensation and unemployment insurance
information for workers and employers. www.dwd.state.wi.us
5. Wisconsin
Local Government - Links to State of Wisconsin
counties, cities, communities, and other local government authorities
with a WWW presence. www.wisconsin.gov/state/home
6. Wisconsin
State Government - Grow Wisconsin:
Governor Jim Doyle's Plan to Create Jobs - Governor Jim
Doyle has announced his Grow Wisconsin plan, a comprehensive
agenda of action to get Wisconsin's economy moving again,
producing the kind of good paying jobs that permit people
to support their families, buy a home, and enjoy the great
life Wisconsin has to offer http://www.wisconsin.gov/state/home
7. Wisconsin
State Legislature - Features an archive
of previous session actions, and includes updated legislative
news, links to both branches, and joint committee information. www.legis.state.wi.us
8. Wisconsin
State Senate - Features Real Audio
broadcasts of sessions. Includes a list of committee assignments,
a directory of members with profiles and email links. www.legis.state.wi.us/senate/senate.html
9. Wisconsin
World Trade - Provides services to
help Wisconsin businesses to enter or enhance their position
in the international marketplace. www.wistrade.org
10. Wisconsin
U.S. Census Bureau Map - View a clickable
map that's divided into counties. Click on a county to
find profiles, population estimates and an economic census. www.census.gov/datamap/www/55.html
11. USDA – United
States Department of Agriculture - USDA helps
ensure open markets for U.S. agricultural products and provides
food aid to needy people overseas. http://www.usda.gov/
Real
Estate Organizations
1. Wisconsin
Businesses for Sale Directory -
Provides details about Wisconsin businesses and franchises
for sale as well as other opportunities for investment.
Place a request for more information. www.franchisegator.com/state_search/wisconsin.html
Legal Organizations
1. Wisconsin Lawyers - Use this free search service to find a Wisconsin attorney based on location and area of practice. Get info on your legal case from participating attorneys. www.an-attorney-for-you.com/legal/aawi.htm
2. Wisconsin Legal Resources - Features consumer guide to Wisconsin law. With court opinions, reports, membership details and discussion forum. www.wisbar.org
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