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RCEDC and NAIOP Wisconsin Host 2025 Municipal Showcase

Alison HowenJune 23, 202301.1K views

On June 4, 2025, community leaders, developers, and industry professionals gathered at Gateway Technical College’s iMET Center in Sturtevant for the NAIOP Wisconsin Municipal Showcase featuring Racine County. Presented by Scherrer Construction and hosted in partnership with RCEDC and NAIOP Wisconsin, the event highlighted Racine County’s development momentum. A panel of municipal leaders shared updates on major projects, infrastructure improvements, and strategies to attract business and talent.

EVENT: Manufacturers Forum Series

Alison HowenApril 25, 202301K views

In manufacturing, top operators often move into leadership—but technical skills alone don’t guarantee success. With workforce challenges on the rise, strong frontline supervisors are key to retention. Join WMEP’s Carol Crawford for insights on what makes a great supervisor, including communication, trust-building, and conflict management.

2023 RCEDC Annual Meeting

Jeremy WilliamsonApril 16, 20230920 views

The Racine County Economic Development Corporation will celebrate its 40th anniversary at the 2023 RCEDC Annual Meeting on May 4, 2023, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Racine.

NOW HIRING: Business Loan Closing Specialist

Jeremy WilliamsonMarch 20, 202302.3K views

The Business Loan Closing Specialist prepares all loan closings and ensures that RCEDC is operating all loan programs within the required program regulations.

RCEDC highlights greater access to capital for Latino Chamber of Commerce

Jeremy WilliamsonDecember 13, 202202K views

RCEDC staff recently attended a workshop hosted by the Latino Chamber of Commerce of Southeast Wisconsin at the Rooster’s Family Restaurant in Racine. The Latino Chamber of SEW aims to advocate, strengthen, and promote the growth and development of Latino and other minority emerging enterprises.

Former South Hills Country Club to Become $440M Industrial Hub

Alison HowenAugust 27, 202202.2K views

Ashley Capital, a national developer, plans to invest $440 million to transform the former South Hills Country Club in Caledonia, Racine County, into a new industrial park. This project aims to create 2,000 full-time jobs and will cover around 220 acres with 10 buildings totaling 3.8 million square feet. The development is expected to boost the property’s assessed value by $300 million.

Leadership Council Event: Racine County Economic Outlook

Jeremy WilliamsonJuly 7, 202202.5K views

Join RCEDC staff and Leadership Council as we host Brian Andrew, Chief Investment Officer at Johnson Financial Group, for an economic outlook as well as investment insights.

RCEDC Staff Celebrates Culture Through Cuisine

Jeremy WilliamsonFebruary 10, 202202.3K views

RCEDC appreciates the diversity of the communities it serves and the staff it employs. We were happy when our staff member, Akayna Morrison, suggested we celebrate Black History Month by celebrating our staff cultures through food.

Dan Gallagher’s MyBread Bakery Featured on TMJ4’s ‘The Morning Blend’

Jeremy WilliamsonOctober 22, 202105.6K views

Dan Gallagher started Mybread Bakery with a mission to provide gluten-free breads that are safe for those with food allergies, but not compromise taste or quality. Three years later, Gallagher relocated from Chicago to Racine – with help from the Racine County Economic Development Corporation – and expanded operations by renting a larger space, purchasing better machinery, and hiring additional employees.

New General Mills Facility to Anchor Additional Caledonia Development

Jeremy WilliamsonMarch 22, 202109.5K views

During the next several years, nearly 1 million square feet of industrial development is planned for the DeBack Farms Business Park in the Village of Caledonia. Scannell Properties, headquartered in Indianapolis, plans to develop a 65-acre site in the park over three phases. A General Mills warehouse and distribution center is planned to occupy the first building.