WEDC Secretary Says COVID-19 Report Prioritizes Broadband, Retraining Workers And Innovation
2 Jul 2020
Wisconsin
A report from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. that was released on Monday points to teaching those dealing with unemployment new skills; entrepreneurship; and broadband access as key ways to mitigate the impact COVID-19 has had on the state's economy.
The report, which was requested by the state Legislature, details the ways in which Wisconsin has spent $13.7 billion in federal and state aid during the first few months of the pandemic to avoid business closures and job losses.
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Serial entrepreneur Angela Damiani, Newaukee CEO, builds connections and growth for talent and small businesses. WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes speaks with Damiani about the state’s business and talent opportunities pre- and post-COVID.
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Milwaukee leaders in diversifying employment said mentorship, inclusivity and location will grow the pipeline of diverse, talented employees in the region.
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WEDC Plans For The Post-Pandemic Economy
Jul 1 2020The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation released a report on how the state’s industries and workers have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic — and imagines a new way forward. We talk with Secretary Missy Hughes, the head of WEDC, about the report.
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