St. Croix EDC

08/28/2026

**TODAY!** Join Federal Foam in celebrating their 80th Anniversary!

08/19/2026

We are excited to introduce our new EDC member — Raider_Streaming LLC!

They're launching a new Western Wisconsin business podcast that will spotlight local businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders while sharing the stories that make our region thrive.

Interested in being featured or partnering with them? Reach out to RaiderStreaming to learn more.

08/05/2026

We're excited to introduce our new EDC member — The Phipps Center for the Arts! The Phipps Center for the Arts is a cornerstone of the St. Croix Valley arts community, offering world-class performances, classes, and events for all ages. Be sure to check out their newly released 2026/27 season lineup — you won't want to miss it!

07/30/2026

We're just two months away from St. Croix EDC’s Fall Networking & Membership Drive—and we’d love for you to join us!

Thursday, September 24th, 2026
4:00-6:00pm
Riverbend Venue at River's Edge
1820 Raleigh Rd | New Richmond, WI 54017

Join us for free appetizers, drinks, and great conversation as we connect and grow our network.

Giveaways:
**Non-members: Chance to win a free one-year Investor Level membership**
**Members: Chance to win $50 off your next membership renewal**

Become a Sponsor!
Sponsorship opportunities are available during registration.

Appetizers, drinks and connections! Join SCEDC for a fantastic networking opportunity at Riverbend Venue in New Richmond. This open format event will leave lots of opportunities to connect with businesses and organizations from all across St. Croix County.  Do you know someone who may be inter...

07/22/2026

We are excited to introduce our new EDC member — Laser Engrave It Your Way! Whether you're looking to get branded or find a unique custom piece, check them out! They're also hiring! With 40 events this fall across Wisconsin and Minnesota, they're looking for an event specialist to help manage them. Know someone who'd be a great fit? Reach out to Laser Engrave It Your Way directly!

07/13/2026

The UW-River Falls Small Business Development Center is offering the Entrepreneurial Training Program (ETP) this September.

This ten-week training takes place from Tuesday, September 8th until November 10th, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the St. Croix Valley Business Innovation Center.

Successful completion of this program increases your chance of business success through a 3-year workable business plan, networking and valuable education.

Investment in this program: $300

To register, go to this link: https://wisconsinsbdc.org/centers/riverfalls/classes/

Any questions about the program can be directed to: [email protected].

Achieve your goals with the SBDC Looking for a competitive advantage? Need to focus and prioritize? Leverage our dedicated network of experts for impartial guidance. We’ll help you make informed decisions. Because when you craft your plan for success, you gain the confidence to realize your goals....

07/08/2026

We are very excited to introduce our new member, Always Picked Last Charities, to SCEDC!

Don't miss their School Supply Golf Scramble at the end of July — last year they ran out of $10K in supplies in under an hour! Sponsorships and donations welcome. Help them make an even bigger impact this year 💙

07/06/2026

You're invited to our FREE Networking Event!
Thursday, September 24th, 2026
4:00–6:00 PM
Riverbend Venue at River's Edge | 1820 Raleigh Rd | New Richmond, WI
Enjoy complimentary appetizers, drinks, and great company as we celebrate and grow our network! This open format event is a perfect opportunity to connect with businesses and organizations from across St. Croix County and learn more about membership. Know someone who'd be interested in joining SCEDC? Share this invite — all are welcome!

Win big at the event:
-Non-members: win a one-year Investor Level membership!
-Members: win $50 off your next membership renewal!

Sponsorship opportunities are also available — check the link below for details!
Register here: https://business.stcroixedc.com/ap/Events/Register/8EFZBBgfOCRC7

06/24/2026

You're invited to our FREE Event!

Wednesday, November 18th
7:45-11:30am
St. Croix Valley Innovation Center | River Falls

Whether you're a developer, builder, realtor, or municipal leader, finding the right funding can make or break a project. Join us for Unlocking Development: A Guide to Alternative Funding Sources, featuring experts in municipal bonding, tax increment financing, SBA lending, and revolving loan funds.

7:45-8:15 AM – Coffee and networking, welcome
8:15-9:05 AM – Tax Increment Financing, Ehlers
9:05-9:25 AM - SBA Funding, Amplio
9:40-10 AM - Revolving Loan Funds, RBF
10-10:30 AM - Public Private Partnerships, Eckberg Lammers
10:30-11:15 AM - Panel discussion

https://business.stcroixedc.com/calendar/Details/unlocking-development-a-guide-to-alternative-funding-sources-1767350?sourceTypeId=Website

05/28/2026

Our 2nd Annual St Croix EDC Scale up Pitch Competition last week Thursday was a great success! We heard from seven amazing local businesses and had a really tough time narrowing down the winners. Congrats to our winners:
1st Place — TNT Coffee Lab, LLC
2nd Place — J2 Integrity Solutions LLC
3rd Place — Wilder Waffle Co
Crowd Favorite — Hudson Classic Barbershop
You can see our full press release on our website: https://stcroixedc.com/scedc-announces-winners-of-the-2nd-annual-scale-up-challenge/