CCEDC’s business retention program assists women owned businesses in becoming certified with the Wisconsin Department of Commerce. 

On October 19^th CCEDC teamed up with the Wisconsin Department of Commerce and Western Dairyland to host the “Woman-Owned Business Enterprise Certification” workshop.   The workshop was held on Monday, October 19, 5:00-7:00 pm at The Riverside Professional Building, located at 770 Technology Way in Chippewa Falls; 25 women owned business representatives attended.

“In today’s competitive market, woman –owned businesses need to find ways to expand their markets. Having a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise Certification provides advantages when putting together a marketing plan and assists in reaching the goals many government and corporations require before doing business”, stated the workshop presenter, Carol Dunn, Women's’ Business Ombudsman for the Bureau of Entrepreneurship at the Wisconsin Department of Commerce. During the workshop Dunn explained the criteria, advantages and process of becoming a Woman-Owned Certified business in Wisconsin.

CCEDC’s mission is to foster a strong economic environment which supports businesses and nurtures growth and new investment in the region.  “This session was designed to assist businesses and organizations in identifying the essentials needed to take their operations to the next level” stated Charlie Walker, President/CEO of CCEDC. “We are dedicated to promoting and facilitating economic development in the Chippewa Valley. “

If you are a women owned business and would like more information on the Women Owned Business Enterprise Certification please contact CCEDC at 715-723-7150 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .