Supporters of a $100 million venture capital fund are considering a separate bill to create the mechanism to boost young businesses. This comes after the “fund of funds” was not included in the state’s 2021-23 biennial budget. “It has been raised as a possibility by some legislators in both parties as...
CURRENT LAW The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is a public-private entity created under state law as the state's lead agency in promoting economic development. WEDC offers a number of tax credits, loans, grants, and technical assistance programs to eligible Wisconsin companies. According to WEDC's annual...
Since its launch in 2015, the Badger Fund of Funds has invested over $3 million in 25 Wisconsin companies with the goal of diversifying business within the state. Three panelists — Jonathon Horne, Sam Rikkers and Dan Brooks — spoke about investing in new businesses at...