Who we are...
The Division of Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (DEED) fosters, supports and coordinates entrepreneurship and economic development activities at the University of Wisconsin campuses and the communities of Wisconsin. We do this through partnerships with governmental entities, educational institutions, non-profit organizations and the business community.
What we do...
DEED, via the Small Business Development Centers and the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Network, helps entrepreneurs create new businesses and grow existing businesses by providing training; information about financial, technology and other resources; one-on-one business counseling; and networking opportunities.
Educational assistance to strengthen small business management; available at all 4-year UW campuses. Toll-free Business AnswerLine. |
A statewide system of service providers offering a comprehensive set of public services targeted at entrepreneurs. Includes services offered by chambers of commerce, county-based economic development corporations, community based organizations, technical colleges, SBDCs, women's centers, and others. |
 UW-Madison Executive Education is ranked 15th in the United States and 26th in the world among top executive education providers by the Financial Times, May 2005. 
Quality, noncredit courses that help you succeed in today's work environment. |
