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Mark Your Calendar with Wadena County’s Many Upcoming Holiday Events!
November 24, 2025
Manufacturing employment in Minnesota's regions
October 6, 2025
Preparing for Paid Family and Medical Leave: A conversation with Senator Nick Frentz
October 3, 2025
It's a great time to consider a career in manufacturing!
October 1, 2025
QUALITY OF LIFE: How to Measure Quality of Life
October 1, 2025
Cross-cultural communication is more important than ever. Here’s how to get it right
September 27, 2025
Workforce Ready: Navigating Trends, Technology, and Talent Solutions
September 23, 2025
Applications Open for Wadena County’s Housing Tax Abatement
September 9, 2025
Celebrating Workforce Development Month in Minnesota
September 2, 2025
September: Workforce Development Month
September 2, 2025
USDA Expands Efforts to Strengthen Rural Food Animal Veterinary Workforce and Protect America’s Food Supply
August 28, 2025
Minnesota Job Market, Labor Force Shift in July
August 14, 2025
Rural Excellence: How Small Communities Can Seize Big Opportunities
August 6, 2025
Wadena County, MN, is Uniquely Suited for Small Businesses in These Sectors:
July 28, 2025
'Uniquely Positioned': How Small Business Owners Can Successfully Navigate the Tariffs
July 10, 2025
What can ChamberHealth do for your business?
July 8, 2025
How Smart Entrepreneurs Are Protecting Their Brand and Building Wealth — And How You Can Too
July 3, 2025
Follow Your Heart to a Caring Career: find employment now in health care and social assistance
June 2, 2025
Rural Minnesota CEP Helps People of All Backgrounds Find Work After Layoffs
May 28, 2025
Capitol update: Budget Talks, permitting reform and business mandates
May 23, 2025
How To Build Business Resilience: Strategic Growth In Uncertain Times
May 23, 2025
2025 Workforce Guide
May 19, 2025
The Five-Step Culture Roadmap: Leading To A More Competitive And Cohesive Company
May 19, 2025
Minnesota Jobs Picture Changes Little in April
May 15, 2025
West Central Economic Development Alliance celebrates Economic Development Week, May 12-16
May 9, 2025
Entrepreneurs, Increase Your Startup Success Rate: Exploit A Trending Niche In Large Markets
April 10, 2025
“Cool” Education Paves the Way for Economic Success in Wadena County
March 21, 2025
How can CareerForce help you? Find out what a visit to CareerForce is like!
March 18, 2025
How AI Can Change Your Business In 2025
January 6, 2025
Jump Start Your Job Search with CareerForce!
January 2, 2025
I'm an SEO Expert — Here Are 6 Content Tips to Stand Out in Any Saturated Market
December 31, 2024
Incentives for hiring people with a criminal record or other barriers to employment
December 24, 2024
Drive for Five: There’s Still Time for Applicants to Receive Grants for Job Training and Education
December 15, 2024
Wadena Christmas Festival combines arts and crafts expo, Small Business Saturday
November 25, 2024
Commitment to Healthcare Drives Quality of Life in Wadena County
November 19, 2024
The Holidays Are Nearing — Combat Productivity Lulls in Your Business With These 3 Strategies
November 8, 2024
The secret to building systems that scale business for the long haul
November 8, 2024
WCEDA highlights free small business services for National Entrepreneurship Month
November 4, 2024
How to Develop Empowered Leaders Within Your Own Team
October 2, 2024
3 Steps You Can't Miss When Growing Your Business
October 1, 2024
Consider a career in manufacturing!
October 1, 2024
Guiding Growth: How Align Team Mastered Leadership Transitions and Strategic Planning
September 30, 2024
Upcoming Wadena County Business Education
September 19, 2024
Spotlighting Wadena County’s CareerForce Services During Workforce Development Month
September 5, 2024
September is Workforce Development Month
September 3, 2024
How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile in 6 Easy Steps
September 2, 2024
Why Downtowns Matter, and 10 Strategies for Fostering A Vibrant Downtown
August 26, 2024
What happened in the 2023-24 sessions? A business guide to new law changes
August 21, 2024
5 Business Ideas With Low Failure Rates
August 11, 2024
USDA Updates Farm Loan Programs to Increase Financial Freedom, Resilience and Profitability for Agricultural Producers
August 7, 2024
Author James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw Meets With Rural Workforce Alliance Members to Discuss Living Well and Leading With Respect
August 6, 2024
The WCEDA’s Small Business Guide to Social Media Marketing
August 5, 2024
Wadena County’s Natural Gems Take the Spotlight During Parks and Recreation Month
July 11, 2024
How Entrepreneurs Can Apply the 7 Laws of Success to Their Business and Personal Life
July 1, 2024
How Labor Law Posters Can Keep Your Business Compliant as Laws Change
July 1, 2024
ChatGPT: 5 Prompts To Analyze Business Metrics
June 21, 2024
During National Homeownership Month in June, the WCEDA Highlights the Benefits and Possibilities of Owning a Home
May 26, 2024
Minnesota Posts Fourth Straight Month of Job Growth; Labor Force Also Grows
May 16, 2024
Join the West Central Economic Development Alliance in Celebrating Economic Development Week, May 6th - 10th
May 6, 2024
Three Tips For Small Business Borrowers In A High Interest Environment
May 1, 2024
A Small Business in Wadena County Giving Opportunities to Other Small Businesses
April 25, 2024
SBDC Launches Satellite Center to Serve Wadena County's Businesses & Entrepreneurs
April 16, 2024
Changing Life Trends Will Affect Future Entrepreneurs. Five Things You Need To Know
April 12, 2024
Setting Your Business Up for Success Through the Rest of 2024
April 12, 2024
Minnesota Economic Trends: Quarterly Issue
April 5, 2024
Maximizing Tourism Impact: The Significance of Market Segmentation
April 1, 2024
3 Ways to Make Sure Every Aspect of Your Business Ties Back to Your Purpose
March 15, 2024
63 Small Business Ideas to Start in 2024
March 15, 2024
Three Steps For Researching A New Business Market
March 15, 2024
West Central Economic Development Alliance Explained: What We Do for Our Community
March 4, 2024
DEED to Convene Regional Event Series Highlighting Local and State Resources for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
February 16, 2024
DEED’s child care funding delivers for working families, employers and communities across Minnesota
February 12, 2024
Childcare Shortages in the United States: A Growing Crisis with Far-Reaching Consequences
February 5, 2024
A Year-in-Review: West Central Economic Development Alliance’s Highlights of 2023
January 25, 2024
Jump Start Your Job Search
January 3, 2024
National Write a Business Plan Month this December: Is Your Company Prepared for 2024?
December 20, 2023
After the Ribbon Is Cut: Shifting the Talent Strategy to Retention & Upskilling
December 18, 2023
The Importance of Understanding Labor Issues in Making the Location Decision
December 18, 2023
USDA Now Accepting Applications for Farm Loans Online
December 5, 2023
Celebrating Local Businesses in West Central Minnesota this Small Business Saturday and Entrepreneurship Month: Featuring Blissful A Boutique
November 20, 2023
Minnesota Posts Third Straight Month of Job Growth; Number of Jobs Reaches Record High
November 16, 2023
USDA Invests Nearly $28M to Support Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
November 15, 2023
DEED awards more than $1.4 million in grants to colleges for employer workforce development projects
November 14, 2023
How to Factor in Labor Needs While Selecting a Site for Expansion
November 6, 2023
Wadena County is Perfect for Modern Manufacturing
October 23, 2023
Make Time for Outdoor Recreation in Wadena County this Summer
July 20, 2023
Much Ado about Everything in Wadena County
June 19, 2023
New Leadership in Wadena County
May 17, 2023
Celebrate economic development in Wadena County
May 3, 2023
Small businesses help Wadena County thrive!
April 25, 2023
2023 Business Success Begins with a Plan Now
December 5, 2022
Answering the Call: Living the Dream
November 9, 2022
Wadena County Supports Local this Small Business Saturday
November 7, 2022
Manufacturing is a Critical Base in Wadena County
October 25, 2022
Wadena County Advantages Offset Inflation
October 14, 2022
Support Wadena County Farmers this Summer
August 11, 2022
Much To Do in Wadena County This Summer
July 14, 2022
Celebrate, Recognize Economic Development in Wadena County!
April 26, 2022
Helping Arts Lead the Way in Wadena
December 14, 2021
Shop & Give Local this Holiday Season
November 24, 2021
Entrepreneurs have Resources Needed for Success in Wadena County!
November 16, 2021
Find Your River Recreation this Summer in Wadena County!
July 8, 2021
Childcare is Focus of Wadena County
May 13, 2021
Accessible Broadband is Advantage in Wadena County
April 16, 2021
Housing Boost in Sebeka with Grant Program, Housing Study
February 18, 2021
The Economic Alliance is the Collaborative Best of Wadena County
January 14, 2021
Menahga: A Lakeside Paradise
September 21, 2020
Verndale is a Great Place to Grow in Wadena County
September 14, 2020
Sebeka: Small enough to know you… Large enough to serve you
September 7, 2020
Staples is Home to Growing Businesses & Family-friendly Recreation
August 31, 2020
Wadena Offers Support and Infrastructure for Growing Businesses
August 24, 2020
View Commercial Real Estate and Available Sites in Wadena County
August 17, 2020
Wadena County Supports Growing and Expanding Businesses
August 10, 2020
Become an Ally and Further Economic Development in Wadena County
August 3, 2020
Ways to Finance Your Business in Wadena County
July 27, 2020
Opportunity Zone Incentives in Wadena MN
July 20, 2020
Community Incentives: Tax Increment Financing
July 13, 2020
Business Plan Questions? We Can Help!
July 6, 2020
Pillars of the West Central Economic Development Alliance
June 29, 2020
Strategies of the West Central Economic Development Alliance
June 22, 2020
The History of the West Central Economic Development Alliance
June 15, 2020
Making Our Communities the Best Place to do Business
June 8, 2020
Follow Our Social Media for Local News & Updates
June 1, 2020
A “Now, Next, Later” Approach for Dealing with Pandemic Challenges
May 26, 2020
Business Stories
May 26, 2020
2020 MN Broadband County Gig ranking. From 99 to 0 percent coverage. How do you rank?
May 22, 2020
Minnesota nonprofits, schools participate in first-ever Give At Home MN campaign
April 30, 2020
The Secret To Retail Success Post Coronavirus? Adopting A Consumer-Centric Approach
April 30, 2020
Announcing new tools to help businesses promote safe work environments
April 29, 2020
DEED Awards more the $1.3 Million in MJSP Grants
April 28, 2020
Milestones and Incentives in the Site Selection Process
April 13, 2020
Sourcewell Using 3D Printers to Help Healthcare Workers
April 9, 2020
Task Force Announced to Protect Minnesotans From Scams, Crimes Related to COVID-19
April 6, 2020
Getting by: How businesses in one Greater Minnesota town are dealing with ‘social distancing’ disruptions
April 2, 2020
Shifting business to battle the coronavirus
March 30, 2020
What workers need to know about unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 emergency
March 30, 2020
How A Navy Officer Turned A Big Idea Into A $118M Business
March 25, 2020
Digital directory to promote county businesses
July 11, 2017
Salo Manufacturing Doubles Size of Plant
May 9, 2014
Development director asks Wadena institutions to promote each other
April 15, 2014
The Everywhere Economy
March 20, 2014
Economic Development in Wadena County
January 22, 2014
'Made in Minnesota' Directory Showcases Local Manufacturers
January 8, 2014
Smart Rural Community
November 4, 2013
Forbes: MN Ranks No. 8 in "Best States for Business"
September 27, 2013
Job Vacancies Hit 12-Year High in Second Quarter
September 26, 2013
County Board Approves WCEDA as its Economic Development Alliance
August 8, 2013
Businesses Are Invited!
April 9, 2013
Bridging the Gap: Overcoming Infrastructure Deficits in Rural Economic Development
March 11, 2024
Friday Forums
November 1, 2023
2023 SESSION OUTCOMES: HOUSING
October 15, 2023
Highlighting Employment Opportunities and Economic Impact During Manufacturing Month
October 2, 2023
Tomorrow’s Opportunities for Wadena County’s Workforce Made Possible Today
September 28, 2023
WOMEN IN BUSINESS PANEL SHARES BEST PRACTICES FOR ENGAGING AND DEVELOPING WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE
September 28, 2023
Jobs up by 4,400 in Minnesota; State Marks a Half Year of Steady Labor Force Growth
September 19, 2023
WHAT HAPPENED IN THE 2023 SESSION? A BUSINESS GUIDE TO NEW LAW CHANGES
September 18, 2023
2023 SESSION OUTCOMES: EARNED SICK AND SAFE TIME
September 15, 2023
2023 SESSION OUTCOMES: PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE (PFML)
September 15, 2023
2023 SESSION OUTCOMES: TAXES
September 15, 2023
2023 SESSION OUTCOMES: WORKPLACE/STAFFING REGULATIONS
September 15, 2023
Northwest Minnesota’s Growing Manufacturing Industry Provides High Demand, High Pay Careers
September 15, 2023
Leading CareerForce partner pilot that offered free short term training for in-demand occupations shows signs of success
September 14, 2023
GROW MINNESOTA ! QUARTERLY ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT: SUMMER 2023
September 6, 2023
GROW MINNESOTA! SUMMER QUARTERLY 2023
September 6, 2023
Governor Walz Highlights Efforts to Grow Minnesota’s Workforce During Workforce Development Month
September 5, 2023
September is Workforce Development Month!
September 1, 2023
Uniting Forces: The Power of Collaboration Between Economic Development & Tourism Professionals
August 28, 2023
WHEN WILL NEW POLICIES IMPACT YOUR BUSINESS?
August 28, 2023
WHEN WILL NEW POLICIES IMPACT YOUR BUSINESS?
August 28, 2023
In Focus: Today’s Investments Inspiring Tomorrow’s Skilled Workforce Leaders
August 23, 2023
Key Steps to Satisfying Workforce Needs
August 23, 2023
RMCEP’s Restoring Connections Grant Program: A Fresh Start for Justice-Involved Individuals
July 24, 2023
Workforce Wednesday Recap: Business Development Program Overview
July 12, 2023
When Being Small Is a Big Advantage
July 1, 2023
ENTREPRENEUR WORKSHOPS LEARN HOW TO EFFECTIVELY MARKET YOUR BUSINESS ON THE WEB
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