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Five Locally Focused Business Boosters

the right people and programs to help your start-up succeed in the Valley

Are you thinking about taking the leap into entrepreneurship? Have you already started your own business but could you still use a hand, a sympathetic ear, or some inspiration? The Chippewa Valley offers a rich environment to create and expand your own business ...

Water Street is Home to 50+ Businesses – and Women Lead Many of Them

historic Water Street District filled with female-fronted restaurants, retailers, salons, and more

Eau Claire is a hub for small business owners and entrepreneurs – the fact that it’s fertile ground for both is ingrained in the history of the Chippewa Valley – and the historic downtown area remains such today. Take Water Street for example: There have been dozens ...

START UP: DECI Is Driven By Entrepreneurs

downtown nonprofit’s leaders know the ups and downs of business

If you’ve shopped, dined, celebrated, been entertained, or even just strolled in downtown Eau Claire during the past 23 years, you’ve probably heard of Downtown Eau Claire Inc. – also known as DECI. Yet unless you’ve been a member of DECI ...

START UP: Overcoming Fear of Failure

Chippewa Economic Development Corp. encourages local entrepreneurs

What keeps many would-be entrepreneurs from succeeding – or even trying to succeed – is fear of failure, says Charlie Walker, president and CEO of the Chippewa Economic Development Corp. And helping ...

START UP: Treat Yourself to the Best – Luxe Realty

Realtor Courtney Kneifl branches out to give home buyers and sellers a new option: someone who meets you where you are

On the cusp of the new year, a familiar face in the Chippewa Valley is stepping into a new space – their own business. As of Dec. 10, local realtor Courtney Kneifl is also a small business owner, launching Luxe Realty ...

START UP: This New Year, Make Your Entrepreneurial Dream a Reality

secure funds for your dream business with Security Financial Bank

The start of the new year is the perfect time to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Whether you’re launching a startup or expanding an existing business, securing the right funding is the critical first step. Luckily, Security Financial Bank ...

Have You Got a Plan to Succeed?

Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is looking for tech-based ideas

Do you have a great idea for an app? Or perhaps a new piece of technology or a new process that will change not only the Badger State but the world? Then the Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is for you. The contest is accepting entries online through Jan. 31 ...

NOT A BAA-D IDEA: Woolly Belly Pellets Win Idea Challenge

two locals created this sustainable product that can help plants in gardens and homes

Wool isn’t just for sweaters anymore: Eau Claire’s own Woolly Belly Pellets – “a sustainable and renewable gardening solution made from 100% wool”  – have been chosen as the winner of the Eau Claire Area Economic Development Corporation’s annual ...

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