Envision Greater Fond du Lac marks the week of May 9 to May 13, 2022, as the next Economic Development Week. During this week, communities across North America will celebrate and recognize the contributions made by professional economic developers to create more economically vibrant and livable communities.

Created in 2016 by International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the largest international professional trade association for economic developers, Economic Development Week aims to increase awareness for local programs that create jobs, advance career development opportunities, and improve the quality of life in communities everywhere.

“Economic developers play essential roles in promoting the economic health and vitality of their communities — a fact that has only been proven further by the events of the past two years,” IEDC President & CEO Nathan Ohle, said. “The 2022 Economic Development Week will serve to recognize, honor and celebrate the ingenuity and leadership practitioners have shown in working to create a more equitable and prosperous future for everyone. I encourage everyone to begin planning their own celebrations that will lift up the important outcomes economic developers facilitate in their communities.”

Envision Greater Fond du Lac is the combined Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Office serving all of Fond du Lac County. Through collaboration and steadfast optimism, Envision Greater Fond du Lac strives to bring stakeholders together to improve the economic vibrancy of the communities they serve. With the goal of being the regional leader and convener of economic opportunities, Envision Greater Fond du Lac believes in challenging the status quo to help shape the future.

Throughout the last year, the Economic Development arm of Envision Greater Fond du Lac has conducted 105 business retention and expansion visits; provided detailed reports to 24 businesses through our business intelligence services; provided technical assistance to 83 entrepreneurs and small businesses; and provided technical or financial assistance to 5 businesses to expand or relocate within the county.

“Envision Greater Fond du Lac prides itself on providing exceptional service to the businesses in our county,” James Cleveland, Vice President of Economic Development, said. “The team works hard to assist in economic and social development, all while increasing the overall well-being and quality-of-life throughout the county.”

To learn more about Envision Greater Fond du Lac, please visit envisiongreaterfdl.com