After a distinguished 30+ year career in machining and technical services, Victor (Vic) DeMeyer is embarking on a new chapter as the owner of Reyemed Technical Services (RTS) in Burlington. Specializing in precision CNC manufacturing, solid modeling design, and reverse engineering, RTS has state-of-the-art machinery and software to serve area manufacturers.
Lisa Rivers embarked on her entrepreneurial journey in 2022 to share her passion for preparing homemade food with others. Inspired by her childhood love of baking with an Easy Bake Oven, Lisa perfected her skills over the years by baking and cooking for family, friends, and co-workers. As her customer base grew, Lisa decided it was time to secure a fixed location for her business.
Positioned in southeastern Wisconsin, Racine County provides businesses with an unmatched opportunity to thrive, thanks to its strategic location, skilled workforce, and the comprehensive support of the Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC). With access to over 2 million skilled workers within a 45-minute commute from Milwaukee, Kenosha, Waukesha, and northern Illinois, businesses can tap into a diverse and expansive talent pool.
In 2018, after a full kitchen renovation, Spanky’s began serving their now-famous thin-crust pizza, which, along with other homemade favorites, helped cement their reputation as a neighborhood staple. By 2020, the Allens purchased the property they had been leasing, but demand soon outgrew the space. With carryout orders booming and long wait times becoming common, a larger facility became essential to meet growing demand and streamline operations.
With new construction housing in short supply, nearly any viable location in Racine County is suitable for residential development, particularly areas near I-94, such as Mount Pleasant, which offer proximity to employers and amenities. Stakeholders could also consider creating master-planned communities with varied housing, scenic landscaping, trails, parks, and open spaces.
MANUFACTURERS FORUM SERIES Quarter 1 Session – Learn and Experience AI with Joe Hamman, Executive Director,…
Join Joe Hamman, Executive Director of the Connected Systems Institute (CSI), to explore AI’s role in manufacturing. CSI, a UW-Milwaukee consortium, drives workforce development and economic growth, with the new Microsoft AI Co-Innovation Lab accelerating AI solutions in manufacturing.
Join us for an insightful discussion on the vital connection between accessibility, transportation, and talent retention. Featuring Trevor Jung, the Transit & Mobility Director for the City of Racine, alongside Valerie Hoff from Commute with Enterprise, this event will explore innovative transportation solutions that can help organizations attract and retain top talent.
The Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC) launched the BizStarts Racine program on September 5, 2024, bringing Milwaukee’s BizStarts Institute’s proven success to the Racine community. This year-long program is designed for individuals looking to start or grow their businesses, offering comprehensive support through education, mentoring, and consulting.
Starting and growing a business can be challenging, but finding the right resources shouldn’t be. Join us for Business Growth Solutions, an RCEDC networking event that highlights successful small businesses and entrepreneurs in Racine County.