Chippewa Economic Development Corporation

CEDC recently partnered with the New Auburn Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to host an engaging business showcase highlighting two standout local enterprises: the New Auburn Cheese Company and New Auburn Custom Rod and Body Shop. The event brought together more than twenty business owners from the region, fostering valuable connections and sparking meaningful conversat...

Many people looking at economic development think industrial/manufacturing recruitment and retail recruitment travel on two parallel roads. One road is one that seems focused on jobs and logistics, the other road on consumer spending and placemaking. A common concern among many folks is whether recruiting these national manufacturing firms or national retailers will typically...

At CEDC, one of our core missions is strengthening the connection between education and industry and this summer, that mission came to life in a meaningful new way. We are thrilled to celebrate and be a small part of the launch of the Teacher Externship Program (TEP), a pilot initiative spearheaded by Laura Bushendorf, Career and Technical Education (CTE) Coordinator for the ...

Ten days in Hawaii. White sand beaches, sea turtles, shave ice, and sunsets that reinforce that God is Great and Grand. By any measure, it was a perfect vacation. And yes — out of those ten glorious days, I spent one of them touring local entrepreneurs. My family was not surprised. I tried. I really did. But somewhere between the snorkeling and the Mai tais, I spotted a small...

CEDC was proud to join the celebration of the continued growth and success of Water’s Edge Cheese Curds with the ribbon cutting of their new production facility in the Lake Wissota Business Park. Community members, business leaders, and local partners gathered to recognize an exciting milestone for this growing, family-owned company. Led by owners Luke Grube, Rick Drolet, and...