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A big step has been taken by Chippewa Valley’s own based start-up business

A big step has been taken by Chippewa Valley’s own based start-up business. Jim McDougall from UpStream AV has recently been named a finalist among twenty-eight other entries representing sectors as broad as health technologies and innovations in products or services who are all competing in the 17th Annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. UpStream launched in 2019 as a start-up technology business engaging in AV’s most pressing problems with next generation technology. UpStream focuses on developing next generation AV over IP solutions to make systems easier to use, faster to install, and overall, more flexible. This top of the line technology will be used more frequently in convention centers, restaurants, hotels, airports, businesses, houses of worship and various other locations with the systems that businesses need to reach their consumers in ways [...]

A big step has been taken by Chippewa Valley’s own based start-up business2020-04-24T10:45:53-05:00

VENTUREHOME-EAU CLAIRE ANNOUNCES FIRST COHORT

Exciting news is something we all need during these uncertain times and that is what VentureHome-Eau Claire, a new startup hub, announced this spring. This startup hub combines statewide resources with community initiatives to provide local entrepreneurs access to a full menu of startup resources in their community. They also serve as a landing spot for Wisconsin’s entrepreneurial “alumni” to “venture home” and contribute to their local communities. The seed accelerator launched at the beginning of April 2020 with six individuals all looking to start their own businesses in the area, beginning with the first cohort with virtual programming amidst COVID-19.The accepted individuals and businesses include Jim McDougall, Upstream AV, Eric Boud, Life-Line, Beth Crowell, The Hippie Banker, Brian Graff, Solar Forma, Aaron Accola, ALO Applications, and Mary Cait McManamon, Spark Convos, LLC. [...]

VENTUREHOME-EAU CLAIRE ANNOUNCES FIRST COHORT2020-04-17T13:40:11-05:00

Red Letter Grant offers Small Business Workshop Series for All

During this unprecedented time in our community the Red Letter Grant has developed a series of free, virtual workshops to support small businesses in the Chippewa Valley over the next few weeks. Please note - all workshops held through the month of April are virtual and a direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you to presenters who have offered these free services to support our small business community. To participate all you must do is register to attend. Workshops being offered include the following: April 1st: Mindfulness & Meditation Workshop April 6th: Social Media & Public Relations During COVID-19 April 8th: Finance Support & Advice During COVID-19 April 13th: Squarespace Basics April 17th: Keeping Organized in the Digital Age Click Here to Register for Workshops Please download the Zoom app (free) and [...]

Red Letter Grant offers Small Business Workshop Series for All2020-04-01T15:40:41-05:00

Urgent Call for Manufacturers of Medical Equipment from Wisconsin

In fabric shops and on factory floors, the race is on to make and manufacture personal protective equipment (PPE) in the United States, including Wisconsin before supplies run out for those on the front lines of the coronavirus outbreak. Medical staff wear face shields over face masks while treating patients to protect against flying respiratory droplets that can transmit COVID-19, such as from coughs and sneezes but now more than ever protective equipment of all kinds has become hard to find. Healthcare workers have shared that face shields are especially critical because staff now wear them routinely during the race against the war of COVID-19. Here in Wisconsin, the Chippewa Valley and our community that we call home, organizations at the County and local levels are looking to help identify any Wisconsin companies [...]

Urgent Call for Manufacturers of Medical Equipment from Wisconsin2020-03-31T17:25:23-05:00

WEDC announces targeted grants to small businesses suffering losses due to COVID-19 emergency  

CCEDC hopes that you and your families are safe and healthy in this incredibly challenging time.  Our hearts go out to all those who are being impacted by this crisis around the United States, and particularly our business partners, communities, and neighbors in the Chippewa Valley. We are  working in close partnership with many others in our state economic development and business community, to advocate for resources to be put to work in response to this COVID-19 health emergency. CCEDC wants you to be aware of some of the latest programs that have just been announced:  WEDC announces targeted grants to small businesses suffering losses due to COVID-19 emergency $5 million grant program to assist “smallest of the small” businesses around state MADISON, WI. March 18, 2020 – In another step toward assisting [...]

WEDC announces targeted grants to small businesses suffering losses due to COVID-19 emergency  2020-03-18T16:11:04-05:00

STEAM Leaders in the Chippewa Valley

Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) was proud to collaborate with Chippewa Falls High School on the 6th Annual S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) open house this past week.  S.T.E.A.M aims to spark an interest and lifelong love of the arts and sciences in students from an early age. Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math are similar disciplines in that they all involve creative processes and none uses just one method for inquiry and investigation. Teaching relevant, in-demand skills that will prepare students to become innovators in an ever-evolving world is paramount, not only for the future of the students themselves but for the future of the Chippewa Valley. This year included over 40 local businesses, universities and military recruiters that setup booths and incorporated hands-on-learning activities for students . [...]

STEAM Leaders in the Chippewa Valley2020-03-13T12:45:01-05:00

CCEDC and CESA 10 host Central Region Business & Industry Luncheon

While Wisconsin continues to experience substantial growth in the manufacturing, construction, healthcare, engineering and many others industries the pace of change continues to accelerate as we prepare tomorrow's workers for their future jobs, some which do not even exist yet. Many middle schools, high schools and post-secondary institutions are quickly adapting their programs and curriculum to best prepare our students for these new advancements and environments that are developing right here in Wisconsin. To help strengthen our local employers and district stakeholders Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) and CESA 10 hosted a seminar on February 12th, 2020 where over a dozen businesses and district leaders gathered for a conversation regarding "Central Region Business & Industry." This seminar luncheon provided district stakeholders valuable feedback from Chippewa County companies on their labor market needs, [...]

CCEDC and CESA 10 host Central Region Business & Industry Luncheon2020-02-12T15:19:27-06:00

Barron County Cheese and CCEDC Recognized at Mid-America EDC’s 2019 Annual Economic Development Awards

Barron County Cheese, located in the northwestern Wisconsin town of Barron, envisioned becoming an entrepreneurial exporter in the global market. Their vision was to become an industry leader in cheese packaging and conversion, providing an unmatched quality of service to all customers through ongoing improvement in global research, teamwork, safety, versatility, and innovation. It is proof that hard work pays off as Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) is proud to share that Barron County Cheese was awarded as a winner for the Entrepreneurial Award (small division) category for the Mid-America EDC’s 2019 Annual Economic Development Awards! Recognition for both CCEDC and Barron County Cheese took place at the at awards luncheon program at the Mid-America Competitiveness Conference & Site Selector Forum in Downtown Chicago. CCEDC helped Barron County Cheese seek new ways [...]

Barron County Cheese and CCEDC Recognized at Mid-America EDC’s 2019 Annual Economic Development Awards2019-12-27T10:42:51-06:00
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