CEDC Blog
Spectrum Industries Hosted CEDC Collaborative Showcase
At CEDC, fostering a culture of connection is at the heart of our Business Expansion, Attraction, and Retention (BEAR) program. We believe that strong business relationships drive sustainable growth, which is why we launched the Collaborative Showcase program—a unique initiative designed to bring together industry leaders, partners, and advocates for [...]
Celebrating June Dairy Month: Why Supporting Local Dairy Farms Matters for Our Economy
June Dairy Month is more than just a celebration of delicious milk, cheese, and ice cream—it’s a time to recognize the backbone of our rural communities and the engine behind much of our local economic development: dairy farming. From rolling pastures to bustling creameries, dairy farms are not just iconic [...]
The Glue of Our Community: How the CEDC Charity Golf Classic is Supporting Local Charities
At the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC), we believe that lasting progress begins with strong connections—and that includes uplifting the nonprofits and charitable organizations that serve as the backbone of our communities. This year’s CEDC Charity Golf Classic was a shining example of how giving back can be both impactful [...]
2025 CEDC Annual Meeting Highlights Community as the Core of Economic Growth
The 2025 CEDC Annual Meeting, was held on Friday, May 16. The meeting coincided with Economic Development Week, a time to reflect on regional progress and sets the tone for continued growth and collaboration. The theme of this year’s annual meeting was Communities at the Core. The gathering-one of the Chippewa Valley’s [...]
Celebrating the Core
Over the past year, we have been continuously reminded that economic momentum doesn’t come from policies or plans alone but from our stakeholders and communities. Chippewa County's strength wasn’t built from the top down but from the inside out. This understanding has guided the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) as [...]
Powering Progress: Celebrating Economic Development Week in the Chippewa Valley
Since 2016, the International Economic Development Council’s Economic Development Week has recognized the vital role that economic development organizations and professionals play in shaping thriving communities across the nation. At the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation (CEDC), we are proud to be part of this national celebration and to champion the Power [...]