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People and businesses thrive in the Madison Region because business growth and quality of life go hand-in-hand.

Our diverse economic base is driven by an entrepreneurial, creative, and educated workforce which draws upon the region's greatest assets: highly ranked schools, world-class healthcare, enriching cultural attractions, and an abundance of natural resources.

Thrive works in the spirit of collaboration to ensure resources are available to the people and organizations that do business here, helping the region continue our tradition of delivering first-rate products and services to the world.

Apr 11, 2012

Janesville incubator to hatch young businesses

City and community leaders turned ceremonial shovels of dirt Tuesday on a four-acre parcel that later this year will be home to the Janesville Innovation Center. continue reading »

Mar 16, 2012

Job Posting: Dane County Director of the Office of Jobs and Prosperity

Dane County is seeking an experienced economic development professional to lead its newly created Office of Jobs and Prosperity.  continue reading »

Mar 16, 2012

UW-Madison to host national VentureLab program

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Entrepreneurs' Resource Clinic has partnered with the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance to bring the VentureLab program to Wisconsin. continue reading »

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