CEDC Blog
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 [...]
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 [...]
Chi-Hi Robotics Team Wins Make48 Competition
Chippewa Economic Development Corporation was tasked with finding a team to represent Chippewa County in the Make48 Event hosted by UW-Stout. Make48 is a 48-hour competition where teams are presented with a challenge and tasked to build a physical prototype, create a sales sheet, produce a 1-minute marketing video, and [...]
Igniting Economic Growth: The Crucial Role of STEAM Education in Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce
In the ever-evolving landscape of economic development, the key to success lies in nurturing a workforce equipped with the skills and knowledge demanded by the 21st-century marketplace. One indispensable ingredient in this recipe for prosperity is STEAM education – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. STEAM education lays the groundwork [...]
HATCH 2023: Unveiling Winners and a Packed House at Chippewa Valley Startup Week
The fifth annual business pitch competition, HATCH An Idea Pitch Competition hosted by the Chippewa Economic Development Corporation, had a sold-out audience on Wednesday, November 15th, as a part of Chippewa Valley Startup week. The event showcased a lineup of contestants, and the winners have been officially announced, along with [...]
Veterans: Catalysts for Economic Growth and Development
In the intricate tapestry of economic development, certain threads stand out as vital contributors to progress and prosperity. Among these, the presence and participation of veterans in the workforce emerge as a powerful force, bringing unique skills, discipline, and a profound sense of duty to the table. Many local companies [...]