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Chippewa & UK Entrepreneurs Work Together

The Chippewa EDC for several years has been wrestling with what to do with the several idle frac sand plants that have ceased operations in the region. Back in the day, the CEDC worked aggressively to recruit several non metallic mining operations bringing over $600 Million and hundreds of jobs to the area. Today the market has changed and the movement away from fossil fuels has opened another opportunity for expanding companies that need rail served sites. One particular idle frac sand location in Chippewa Falls, WI [EOG Facility] was purchased by a private investor. The private investor met with CEDC and the hunt for the next user of the 80 acres began with a collaborative approach. CEDC has a program that works with entrepreneurs that helps them grow. Enhancing the entrepreneurial ecosystem [...]

Chippewa & UK Entrepreneurs Work Together2023-05-24T16:13:36-05:00

Chippewa Valley’s Economic Development Week Job Fair

Economic Development Week (May 8th-12th) in the Chippewa Valley is here! During the week CEDC emphasizes the importance of economic development for the Chippewa Valley and uses it to increase understanding of economic development’s contribution to the areas business climate, job retention and growth, the tax base, and our overall quality of life. Economic development involves an increase in real incomes, higher life expectancy, lower poverty, and a greater provision of basic amenities. A job is the first step toward that goal. Economic Development Week is the time when CEDC organizes the annual open air job fair in part to highlight this fact. On Tuesday, May 9th the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation’s Workforce/Talent Development Committee (CEDC) hosted an Open-Air job fair at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport Parking lot. With the collaboration from [...]

Chippewa Valley’s Economic Development Week Job Fair2023-05-10T13:13:50-05:00

Stanley Welcomes RESCO

Rural Electric Supply Cooperative (RESCO) broke ground on a 40,000 square foot warehouse located within the East Industrial Park on fifteen acres in the City of Stanley, Wisconsin. The expansion of the company into Stanley reflects RESCO’s commitment to providing its electric utility members and customers with exceptional service and reliable inventory, as well as quick response to weather-related and storm damage needs. RESCO is a member‑owned, not‑for‑profit wholesale distributor of high voltage electrical products and is one of the largest full‑line distributors in the Midwest. “We’re delighted to begin construction on our eighth warehouse site,” said RESCO President CEO Matt Brandrup. “Ensuring reliable inventory and quick service to our members and customers is a pillar of our cooperative, and our Stanley site provides us with a very central location to better serve [...]

Stanley Welcomes RESCO2023-05-12T12:24:12-05:00

Job Fair on May 9th!

Economic Development Week is just around the corner, and we are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting a multi-industry job fair on Tuesday, May 9th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport. This will be a drive-in style job fair, where each parking space will be a booth for participating companies to showcase their open positions and engage with job seekers. This event is an excellent opportunity for job seekers to connect with employers in various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, finance, hospitality, and more. Whether you're a recent graduate, a seasoned professional, or someone looking to switch careers, there will be something for everyone at this job fair. In addition to providing job seekers with an opportunity to connect with potential employers, this event is also [...]

Job Fair on May 9th!2023-04-26T15:34:23-05:00

2nd Annual Open Air Job Fair May 9, 2023 10AM-2PM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Eau Claire, Wisconsin 5/9/23)- The 2nd Annual Regional Open Air Job Fair will again take place, weather permitting, between 10AM to 2PM on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport parking lot. In recognition of Economic Development Week, economic development stakeholders have worked with many of the region’s employers in all sectors to provide and organize a one-stop opportunity for those looking to explore careers, learn more about companies, fine tune their networking skills, or find a great paying job. As the Chippewa Valley economy rapidly expands, many local businesses in all industrial sectors are looking for employees. With summer approaching, this is the perfect opportunity for job seekers to land a job at the Chippewa Valley Regional Airport parking lot. Dan Kitchen of Workforce Resource state, [...]

2nd Annual Open Air Job Fair May 9, 2023 10AM-2PM2023-04-24T14:08:42-05:00

Advocacy Day At The Capitol

Advocacy is the act of promoting or supporting a particular cause or policy. It is a vital aspect of democracy that enables citizens to engage in the political process and hold their elected representatives accountable for their actions. Recently, the CEDC and our Advocacy Committee had the opportunity to visit the Capitol in Madison, WI, to meet with State Senator Jesse James and other members in legislature. Our visit to the Capitol was part of a larger advocacy effort to promote policies that would benefit our community. As a group, we were passionate about improving access to daycare, reducing income inequality, and promoting economic development in our community. Senator James was one of the key decision-makers in the state legislature, and we wanted to discuss these issues with him in person. Before our [...]

Advocacy Day At The Capitol2023-04-19T13:14:04-05:00

The Seed Has Been Planted!

The Chippewa Economic Development Corporation has the continuous opportunity of working with a plethora of entrepreneurs throughout the Chippewa Valley. Their backgrounds vary from truck drivers to nurse practitioners and everything in between with one thing in common: they want to grow or start a business! Entrepreneurs reach out for guidance; we provide them with the resources needed to get the ball rolling. Business planning and ideas for funding are just a few examples of the help CEDC provides. We would like to put the spotlight on local entrepreneur, Kelli Cook. Kelli has a hot business plan and is planting her roots in Chippewa Falls. A hot yoga studio, The Yoga Plant, is opening on Thursday, March 30th! There will be a variety of classes offered throughout the week varying in difficulty and [...]

The Seed Has Been Planted!2023-03-29T10:30:30-05:00

FDI and the Chippewa Valley

In the past year, the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) has been working with entrepreneurs from the United Kingdom on a development project in the Chippewa Valley. The entrepreneurs have met with CEDC for 26 weeks straight and have even visited the area 3 times. As a Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), their business plans are moving along. What is foreign direct investment, and why is it important you ask? In today’s increasingly globalized world, FDI plays a major role in the development of both developed and emerging economies. FDI is an investment made by a company or individual in a company based in another country. It can take many forms, such as the purchase of shares in a foreign company, the establishment of a subsidiary in a foreign country, or the creation of [...]

FDI and the Chippewa Valley2023-03-16T17:17:57-05:00

Developing the County Line

Exciting things are happening at the Eau Claire and Chippewa County Line! Discussions are being had about the Development of Hwy T near where it meets Hwy 29. Four alternative plans were given to the committee and public to decide which one would make the most effective, efficient, and leave the least amount of disruption to local home and landowners. Expanding lanes, adding round abouts, service roads, and cul de sacs were all topics during the February 7th meeting held at 29 Pines & Lodge. Members of the community sat in discussion with a debrief of the plan that has been chosen, a timeline to expect the completion, and talks of grants to make the funding happen. There was also talk of making it intermodal friendly for transportation services. Planning the infrastructure and [...]

Developing the County Line2023-03-16T12:29:31-05:00

6 More Weeks?!

Groundhog Day is a long standing tradition with German roots where Punxsutawney Phil emerges and if he sees his shadow due to clear skies and sunshine, it is predicted that there will be 6 more weeks of winter. If it is cloudy, and there isn’t a shadow to be found, it is said that we will have an early spring. More often than not, he sees his shadow. This year, Phil again saw his shadow. 6 more weeks of winter it is. For some, that is not the news they want to hear, but for others they embrace the winter. There are so many fun events that are planned in the next couple of weeks to make the colder weather a tad more tolerable. See below for a few events and ideas for [...]

6 More Weeks?!2023-02-03T17:00:44-06:00
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