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MadREP Appoints Dr. Mark Thomas as New Board Treasurer
Madison, WI– The Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mark Thomas as the organization’s new Board Treasurer. Dr.

Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke Strengthens Commitment to Madison with Investment in MadREP
Madison, WI, March, 20, 2025 – Cushman & Wakefield | Boerke is deepening its commitment to the Madison region by pledging its support to the

Miron Construction Proudly Sponsors MadREP
Madison, WI – Miron Construction Co., Inc. is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP), reinforcing its commitment to fostering

ARCO/Murray Joins MadREP as a New Sponsor
Madison, WI –– The Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP) is proud to announce that ARCO/Murray, a Top ENR Rated Contractor, has joined as a new

Spherion Joins MadREP as a New Sponsor
Madison, WI — February 21, 2025— The Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP) is proud to announce that Spherion South Central WI & Northern IL, a

Madison Regional Economic Partnership Welcomes Jason Vangalis as New Board President
Madison, WI – Madison Regional Economic Partnership (MadREP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Vangalis as its new Board President. With over a

Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP) Announces New Leadership Direction
Madison, WI – Nov. 18, 2024 – The Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP), a leading non-profit dedicated to economic development in the eight-county Madison Region,

Abingdon Health Expands to Madison, WI: New Office and Lab Set to Enhance Bioscience Innovation
Abingdon Health plc (“Abingdon”), a UK-based leading developer and manufacturer of medical devices worldwide, just announced its expansion to Madison, WI. The company has signed

Wisconsin Celebrates Tech Hub Status and $49M Investment in Biohealth
Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub: A $49M investment driving job creation, innovation, and personalized medicine. Join us in transforming the biohealth sector.

Wisconsin Gears Up for More Fab Labs in 2024
Discover the impact of fab labs in Southcentral Wisconsin, fostering innovation, hands-on learning, and career readiness for students and professionals alike.

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s $58 Million Expansion in Middleton
Discover Thermo Fisher Scientific’s $58M expansion in Middleton, supporting biohealth innovation and boosting economic growth in southcentral Wisconsin.

Kikkoman Groundbreaking in Wisconsin
Kikkoman breaks ground on a new facility in Jefferson, fostering economic ties and job growth in Southcentral Wisconsin. Discover more about this exciting milestone.

MadREP CEO Jason Fields Shares Expertise in Forbes Best Practices Roundup
Recently, Jason Fields, the President and CEO of Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP), was featured in a Forbes’ “best practices” roundup, 20 Ways Nonprofits Can Demonstrate Impact Beyond Numbers.

Thriving at the Intersection of Economic Development and Diversity
The 11th Annual Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit, presented by Alliant Energy and UW Health, highlighted innovative solutions for economic growth, diversity, and inclusion in Madison.

Madison365 | LeRoy Butler, Michele Thornton Ghee to keynote 2024 Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit Madison365 |
Madison365 highlights the 2024 Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit’s keynote speakers.

Ignite Your Passion for Excellence with LeRoy Butler at the 2024 Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit
Join us at the 2024 Madison Summit with LeRoy Butler. Learn from his journey & how to turn adversity into success. Embrace diversity for economic growth.

Unlock the Potential of Diversity and Inclusion with Michele Ghee at the 2024 Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit
Don’t miss this chance to be inspired and informed by one of the most influential voices in the field of diversity and inclusion. Reserve your tickets now and join us for a transformative experience that will empower you to lead your organization towards a more inclusive and prosperous future.

Tickets Now on Sale: Secure Your Spot at the 2024 Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit
The Urban League of Greater Madison together with the Madison Region Economic Partnership is thrilled to announce that the 2024 Madison Region Economic Development & Diversity Summit is officially open for registration.

Public Comment Period: Madison Region CEDS Draft
We are actively seeking input from the public and are committed to incorporating this feedback into the final strategy. We believe that community input is vital to shaping a robust and effective Economic Development Strategy.

The End of an Era: Celebrating Craig Kettleson’s Tenure at MadREP
Today we take a moment to celebrate the invaluable contributions of a pillar in our organization, Craig Kettleson. We also announce, with mixed emotions, his retirement from MadREP after a remarkable tenure filled with numerous achievements and unwavering commitment to economic growth.

Navigating Growth: Tracking Regional Commuting Patterns
Explore how Madison Region uses commuter data for sustainable growth and infrastructure planning. Unearth the power of regional commuting trends.