Vilas County Economic Development Corporation

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Vilas County Economic Development Corporation

Creating successful public-private partnership that stimulates sustainable economic growth throughout Vilas County. Organizational Capacity and Leadership
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There are five main components of economic development that the VCEDC is focused on:

1. Infrastructure
3. Business Development
4. Workforce Development
5. Community Cash Flow

VCEDC strategies for economic development include:

1. Help existing firms become more efficient
2. Capturing and growing existing markets (e.g. tourism)
3. Encouraging start-up of new firms
4. Attracting new basic or expo

rt employers, a/k/a industrial recruitment
5. Using aids from broader governments

The VCEDC also focuses on newer strategies for economic development targeting efforts such as youth entrepreneurship; creative community initiatives; social entrepreneurship; growing community philanthropy; and regional economic development, to name a few.

06/03/2026

Production of our VCEDC Business Minute videos are in full swing for summer. One of the first stops, interviewing Ian Brown at the fabulous Boulder Junction Brewing Co!

06/02/2026

You don’t have to grow your business alone.

The VCEDC Women in Business Mentorship Program was created to support women entrepreneurs through connection, encouragement, and real conversations with experienced business leaders who understand the journey.

Whether you’re looking for clarity, confidence, accountability, or guidance as you grow your business, this program is designed to help you move forward with support behind you.

Build meaningful connections
Gain valuable business insight
Strengthen confidence and leadership
Grow personally and professionally

If you’re ready to invest in yourself and your business, we have a few spots still open for our 2026 cohort.

Apply here: https://scalloped-beluga-435.notion.site/89f9cc40cd56462cae62a033994141c8?pvs=105

05/29/2026

So glad to see the interest in the Town of Phelps redevelopment project! Jeremy takes a few minutes to give us an update...

05/27/2026

What a surprise announcement! The VCEDC extends its sincere gratitude to the IncredibleBank Foundation and IncredibleBank for their tremendous generosity and support of the VCEDC Women in Business Program!

05/20/2026

Help us congratulate the student winners! Vilas County EDC and Northland Pines School District celebrated an incredible Entrepreneur Education Week last week. More than 70 business students took part across 7 business classes to develop 25 business plans. This was capped off by a high‑energy Shark Tank competition yesterday that showcased our students’ talent and enthusiasm: Dockside Food Truck Lot—Kami Neff, Liam Payne, Sawyer Trzebiatowski, and Hudson Warner—took home the top prize - a $1,000 scholarship from VCEDC; with Whispering Walkers Dog Walking, Tony’s Tortillas Taco Truck, and Rise Property Co. earning strong 2nd–4th place finishes. Our community should be proud—these young innovators are already proving that the future of entrepreneurship in Vilas County is bright!

05/19/2026

The VCEDC is delighted to collaborate with the eFund to support entrepreneurs in Vilas County. Check out their free webinar, WHAT IF “SOMEDAY” WAS NOW? on Wednesday, May 20th.. Click here for more information and to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NfkeblL9STWyxVxnzD2wjg #/registration

05/11/2026

Delighted to participate in the Lt. Governor's Small Business Academy at the Workforce Development Center in Lac du Flambeau. The annual event proved again to be a fabulous opportunity for entrepreneurs considering starting a business, trying to grow an existing small business, or getting an idea or a startup off the ground. Special thanks to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and sponsors for their leadership and best of all, inspirational presentations by Zachary Allen, Marketing Manager-LdF Business Development Corp., (LDF BDC) and area entrepreneurs including Kelsey Williams of Harrison’s Pub & Grill. Kelsey you're amazing, congratulations!

04/29/2026

What a fabulous Saturday morning to recognize and celebrate Women in Business at the 4th Annual VCEDC Vilas County Women in Business Networking Brunch at the gorgeous and historic Indian Point Manor! More than 60 business women attended this very special event that included remarks by Wendy Dulak, the owner of the Manor; an absolutely delicious brunch provided by Laketime Management's Kelly Cooper, Chef Alejandra Zea, and Abigail Wente; amazing basket drawings, and a special surprise announcement for the VCEDC by Incredible Bank and Incredible Bank Foundation - a $10,000 grant award to support the VCEDC Women in Business Program! Sincere gratitude to Incredible Bank for their generosity and commitment to our community! Special thanks to the Women in Business Committee: Kathy Schmitz, Kelly Cooper, Lisa Myszka, Heid Reiter-Kramsvogel, Jill Brunstad, Katie De La Garza, and Terri Goldschmidt. As always, great teamwork ladies! Thanks to everyone for attending!!

04/24/2026

Are you considering starting a business, trying to grow your existing small business, or trying to get an idea or a startup off the ground? Join the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and the VCEDC at the 13th annual Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy with free online workshops May 5-7, and in-person May 8th.
Topics include:
➡Financing options
➡Legal concerns
➡Regulatory issues
➡Information technology
➡Small business certifications
➡Identifying markets and sales opportunities
In Vilas County, the May 8th program will be held at the Workforce Development Center in Lac Du Flambeau. For more information and to register visit: wedc.org/build-your-small.../small-business-academy/

04/17/2026

Proud to participate at the LdF Business Expo this week at the Lake of the Torches Resort Casino. Congratulations on the great turnout! Special thanks to VCEDC board members Emerson Coy and Ann Konopacky.

And, so fun meeting LdF Officer Klingforth and K9 Ruco while walking around.

Address

PO Box 1621
Eagle River, WI
54521

Telephone

+17153370061

Website

http://www.vilascountyedc.org/

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