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Investment in Chippewa Economic Development Corporation

Local economic development organizations such as CEDC exist to promote and foster growth in our business community. This growth enhances the overall economic wellbeing of the citizens in our community. There isn't a day that goes by without someone asking, "how are you funded?". The answer usually comes as a surprise. We are funded by over 100 businesses and individuals through an investor model where businesses and community stakeholders annually invest in the organization. These investments are supplemented through program sponsorship, contract for services, and state and federal grants when applicable. Growing the local economy takes collaboration, and the Chippewa Eco­nomic Development Corporation’s (CEDC) approach to economic devel­opment and our programs continues to be recognized by peers nationally. With your financial support through investment/membership, we influence local economic development growth. At the beginning [...]

Investment in Chippewa Economic Development Corporation2024-01-19T17:56:45-06:00

Deck the Halls at the Heyde Center

The Holidays are here and the CEDC celebrated with investors, stakeholders, and other supporters of economic development with music, food, drinks, and fellowship. Over 100 VIPs attended our annual Christmas celebration at the beautiful Heyde Center in Chippewa Falls. This is one of our special connecting events that we put on. Typically, the primary purpose of our connecting events is to provide an opportunity for our attendees to build their professional network, meet other industry leaders, and develop community relationships. The Deck the Halls event not only provides all of the above, but also allows us to give thanks and show our appreciation to all of you for supporting our efforts in helping our Chippewa Valley economy grow. The CEDC Board of Directors were in attendance to personally thank investors for their financial [...]

Deck the Halls at the Heyde Center2023-12-21T12:23:27-06:00

FBLA Regional Leadership Conference Around the Corner

Did you know Chippewa Falls High School (Chi-Hi) will be hosting the Future Business Leaders of America's (FBLA) Regional Leadership Conference on February 3rd, 2024? FBLA is an organization that was first developed in the 1930s focusing on preparing students to become leaders with hopes of unleashing the power of entrepreneurship and business knowledge. FBLA focuses on academic competition and leadership development. It has grown to become the premier high school business leadership development platform where students get together, connect, and share ideas about future career opportunities. FBLA students work hand in hand with local business leaders and educators to participate in competitive events that help them prepare for the challenging job market. CEDC President/CEO, Charlie Walker has the honor of being Region 1's Keynote speaker at this year's conference. Charlie is preparing [...]

FBLA Regional Leadership Conference Around the Corner2023-12-18T16:51:01-06:00

CEDC Advocacy Success

Chippewa Economic Development Corporation has a primary role of being a Chippewa voice that promotes and supports the interests of economic development at the local, state, and national level. This includes the responsibility for advocating with elected officials, other state policymakers, key community leaders, and regional business organizations. Through the CEDC Legislative Committee, chaired by Dr. Lona Cook-CEDC takes a proactive approach to working with the members of the Wisconsin Legislator and others within state government whose actions and decisions impact our state and local business climate and its ability to recruit new employers and help entrepreneurs grow.  CEDC’s legislative committee goals are to provide leadership, advocacy, and education to foster economic growth and resiliency within the Chippewa Valley. We work with our partners like the Wisconsin Economic Development Association, Momentum West, and area [...]

CEDC Advocacy Success2023-12-12T14:23:57-06:00

USDA awards CEDC $50,000 Grant for Bio Development Opportunities

The Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) recently received a $50,000 Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This grant aims to explore developing more rural biobased economic opportunities within Chippewa County. For over 20 years CEDC has supported fuels produced from renewable organic material. Early in 2001 CEDC assisted local Chippewa Valley investors with the idea of building an ethanol plant in eastern Chippewa County. CEDC knew that a bio-based business would benefit local farmers by increasing the value of the corn they grew. Construction on the original 15-million-gallon ethanol plant in Stanley began in 2001. Since then, ACE Ethanol expanded and build a CO2 plant, expanded again in 2004, and in 2005 established a second grain-receiving location called Four Corners to further connection to farmers throughout the [...]

USDA awards CEDC $50,000 Grant for Bio Development Opportunities2023-11-30T16:59:49-06:00

Stanley Receives WEDC Certification-Shovel Ready

The Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) announced that the Stanley West Industrial Park has been certified through the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) as a Certified Shovel Ready Site through their state program. "This designation is a recognition of the hard work, that CEDC, Chippewa Valley Electric Cooperative (CVEC), Dairyland Power, and the City of Stanley have done to put in place a plan and prepare for smart economic growth that continues to make Wisconsin such a wonderful place to live and work." expressed Missy Hughes WEDC Secretary and CEO. "A Certified Site such as the one Stanley earned-lets potential investors, brokers and site selection professionals know that Stanley West Industrial Park is "open for business" with a  clear title, sufficient utilities, transportation access, and that the city has properly zoned it." stated [...]

Stanley Receives WEDC Certification-Shovel Ready2023-10-29T14:43:26-05:00

CEDC President Presents at Best Practices Conference

Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) President and CEO Charlie Walker presented at the 2023 Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA) Best Practices Conference in Wausau, Wisconsin on September 27th-29th 2023. This conference provided attendees with an opportunity to delve into the core principles of economic development and address contemporary challenges, including workforce housing, childcare access, talent attraction, transportation issues, business retention and expansion best practices, and redevelopment and revitalization opportunities. Charlie Walker's presentation drew an audience of over 40 individuals eager to explore the topic of development agreements (DA) and best practices when working with the tool. Accompanied by notable speakers like Liz Brodek, Development Director, City of Wausau, and Randy Fifrick, Economic Development Manager, City of Wausau, the discussion covered developing an inclusive DA negotiation team to better reach consensus, setting ground rules, [...]

CEDC President Presents at Best Practices Conference2023-10-03T16:02:31-05:00

CEDC Investor Mosaic Technologies Wins National Smart Rural Community Award

Recently, the NTCA Rural Broadband Association, who represents 850+ independent telecommunications companies met for their annual Fall Conference. At the conference, the organization presented their Smart Rural Community Showcase Awards. These awards recognize outstanding rural broadband providers. Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC), investor and economic development supporter Mosaic Technologies emerged as a 2023 Smart Rural Community Showcase Winner. Mosaic Technologies was recognized with this prestigious award for their continued involvement in enhancing Chippewa Valley's quality of life and broadband expansion. The company was lauded for its recent initiatives that included public Wi-Fi for parks at the Barron County Fairgrounds, supporting the Barron County Dairy Breakfast, and fostering local event connectivity. "Mosaic Technologies continues to support the Chippewa Valley through a variety of activities such as providing advanced WI-FI and security connections to the [...]

CEDC Investor Mosaic Technologies Wins National Smart Rural Community Award2023-10-03T13:52:47-05:00

WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes Visits Chippewa County Businesses

WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes Along with CEDC President CEO Charlie Walker visits a Chippewa Falls business KYMA Battery Technologies for a retention and expansion update while also celebrating Healthcare Workforce Training Institute grand opening. The Dove Healthcare Community Foundation received a Capacity Building grant from the WEDC. The grant assists the Institute in providing virtual and hybrid training programs for students who would otherwise be unable to access their services. This $75,000 state grant helped to expand the Chippewa Falls Healthcare Workforce Training Institute’s Education Center located on the campus of Dove Healthcare facility site in Chippewa Falls. The newly expanded Chippewa Falls Healthcare Workforce Training Institute provides training for individuals pursuing careers as Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) or Certified Medication Aides, as well as those seeking Community-Based Residential Facility trainings [...]

WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes Visits Chippewa County Businesses2023-10-03T14:35:32-05:00
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