Program areas at Wisconsin Economic Development Association
Networking - Wisconsin Economic Development Association, Inc's (weda) biggest education and networking event of the year is its governor's conference on Economic Development held every february. It is a three-day conference including educational sessions, exhibits, receptions, and other networking opportunities. Weda also hosts community reinvestment act sessions at various locations around the state twice each year as well as a fall conference.
Public affairs - weda endorses and is proactive in supporting studies and creating public awareness of issues of concern to members such as the "be bold" Wisconsin report.legislative issues - weda employs a legislative affairs director who coordinates the Association's efforts to monitor and act on bills and administrative rules that impact Wisconsin's economy.
Professional Development - weda, in partnership with Wisconsin Economic Development corporation (wedc), hosts a series of educational events. The goals of these offerings complement and support wedc's goals for fostering a "best-in-class" environment for Economic Development practitioners and business in the state of Wisconsin.
Who funds Wisconsin Economic Development Association
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
| Grantmaker | Grantmaker tax period | Description | Amount |
|---|
| WBD | 2022-09 | Fund Education Scholarships for Economic Development Professionals, Fund Positions To Improve Statewide Economic Programming, Upgrade Website and Commission A Wisconsin Childcare and Literature Review To Identify Issues Around the Scarcity of Affordable Childcare and Impact on the Workforce. | $87,000 |
Personnel at Wisconsin Economic Development Association
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Mary Perry | Chief Executive Officer | $100,912 | 2023-11-13 |
| Michael Welsh | Vice President of Legislative Affairs and Communications | | 2022-12-22 |
| Jason Monnett | Past Chair | $0 | 2022-12-31 |
| Donna Walker | Chair | $0 | 2022-12-31 |
| Bon Wikenheiser | Treasurer | $0 | 2022-12-31 |
| ...and 5 more key personnel |
Financials for Wisconsin Economic Development Association
| Revenues | FYE 12/2022 | FYE 12/2021 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $25,751 | $51,590 | -50.1% |
| Program services | $380,635 | $310,728 | 22.5% |
| Investment income and dividends | $79 | $22 | 259.1% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $0 | $0 | - |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $2,020 | $2,200 | -8.2% |
| Total revenues | $408,485 | $364,540 | 12.1% |
Organizations like Wisconsin Economic Development Association
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Pennsylvania Business Council | 501(c)(6) | Harrisburg, PA | $841,416 |
| Jefferson Business Council | 501(c)(6) | Metairie, LA | $218,984 |
| North Kansas City Business Council | 501(c)(6) | North Kansas City, MO | $204,725 |
| California Council of Community Behavioral Health Agencies (CCCBHA) | 501(c)(6) | Sacramento, CA | $1,352,284 |
| Alliance for Addiction and Mental Health Services- Maine (MASAP) | 501(c)(6) | Augusta, ME | $259,270 |
| Gulf Coast Business Council | 501(c)(6) | Gulfport, MS | $477,238 |
| Association of California Insurance Companies (ACIC) | 501(c)(6) | Sacramento, CA | $1,357,093 |
| Business Council | 501(c)(6) | Stockton, CA | $173,381 |
| North Dakota Trade Office (NDTO) | 501(c)(6) | Fargo, ND | $1,917,036 |
| Walnut Creek Downtown Business Assoc | 501(c)(6) | Walnut Creek, CA | $605,128 |
Data update history
December 24, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
December 24, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 7, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 5 new personnel
June 28, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2020
Nonprofit Types
Trade associationsBusiness and community development organizations
Issues
Economic developmentBusiness and industry
Characteristics
MembershipsPolitical advocacyState / local levelReceives government funding
General information
- Address
- 4618 S Biltmore LN
- Madison, WI 53718
- Metro area
- Madison, WI
- Website URL
- weda.org/Â
- Phone
- (608) 255-5666
IRS details
- EIN
- 51-0180680
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1974
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- No
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- S40: Business and Industry
- NAICS code, primary
- 813910: Trade Associations
- Parent/child status
- Independent
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