October 2005 - Wisconsin Department of Commerce Newsletter

Wisconsin Department of Commerce Newsletter

October 2005

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Secretary Mary P. Burke

Secretary's Column
Grow Wisconsin 2005: Building on a Strong Foundation
When Gov. Jim Doyle took office in 2003, he made economic development his top priority, and later that year issued his Grow Wisconsin economic development plan. Grow Wisconsin identified goals and measurable outcomes so that scarce economic development funds could be wisely and effectively used. Full story.

Featured Articles
24th Annual Governor's Conference on Minority Business Development
Minority-owned businesses seeking expanded opportunities and purchasing agents looking for quality minority vendors will want to attend the 24th annual Governor's Conference on Minority Business Development: Marketplace 2005. Full story.

Commerce Wins National Award For WIFrontDoor
The award was for the implementation of the affordable rental housing website, WIFrontDoorHousing.org. Full story.

Division of Safety & Buildings Welcomes New Administrator
Greg Jones was appointed by Commerce Secretary Mary Burke on September 12 and is charged with leading over 160 division employees statewide. Full story.

Secretary Burke Announces Executive Appointment to Minority Business Development
"Ruby Brooks brings a wealth of business experience that specifically focuses on women, minorities, and small businesses," Secretary Burke said. Full story.

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