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The Eau Claire Area Economic Development Corporation publishes a newsletter, Area Growth, and an annual report to keep our investors and the Eau Claire business community up-to-date on our programs, activities, and important issues affecting area businesses. Area Growth is published three times a year (spring, summer, and fall) and our annual report is published in January.

Current News
Eau Claire Named in 10 Best Cities for ... 05-07-2012
Kiplinger has created a list of the top 10 places for cheapskates - where a dollar stretches the farthest. Eau Claire came in at #7 - read the article to find out why!
Verve: Selective Countertops 04-23-2012
The Verve highlights a locally-owned company that is making great strides. The EDC's spring newsletter highlights Selective Countertops.
Bush Brothers Receives Paragon Award 04-23-2012
The EDC awarded Bush Brothers & Company the 2012 Paragon Economic Impact Award in early February. This marks the 11th year that the Paragon award has recognized contributions of local businesses to the regional economy.
3 Year Economic Development Strategy Introduced 04-23-2012
In January, the EDC board of directors adopted a three year economic development strategy. This document identifies specific measurements for the EDC to accomplish during 2012-2014 as well as provides a roadmap on how the organization will achieve these outcomes. The document was introduced to the area business community at the EDC Annual Luncheon in February.
Contracts and Project Updates 04-23-2012
The Spring '12 newsletter features a variety of contract and project updates, including Plank Enterprises, Super Vitamin D, LLC, Fiberstar Bio-ingredient Technologies, Inc. and the Chippewa Valley Innovation Center.
Idea Challenge Finalist Wins Big at SXSW Conference 04-23-2012
2011 Idea Challenge finalist Jeremiah Isaacson was a grand prize winner in the “Big App on Campus” contest sponsored by Windows Phone at the South by Southwest Conference in Austin, TX held in March.
Ready, Set, Build - Governor announces certified site ... 02-15-2012
Governor Scott Walker announced his “Ready, Set, Build!” initiative to identify certified sites for business development in Wisconsin. The availability of pre-certified property ready for development can be key to attracting and growing jobs in Wisconsin.
Bush Bros Receives Paragon Economic Impact Award 02-04-2012
The Eau Claire Area Economic Development Corporation (EDC) awarded Bush Brothers & Company the 2012 Paragon Economic Impact Award today at a press conference held at the Company’s Augusta, WI facility. Bush Brothers & Company will also be recognized on Monday, February 6th at the EDC’s Annual Luncheon. This marks the 11th year that the Paragon award has recognized ...