Report: WMC Highlights Strength of Manufacturing in State
Wisconsin manufacturers are increasingly participating in international trade and engaging with foreign investors and employers, according to the Wisconsin Manufacturing Trade and Foreign Investment Report commissioned by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) in partnership with the Midwest Manufacturing Association.
Role of Manufacturing in Wisconsin’s Economy
Manufacturing is a bedrock of Wisconsin’s economy, employing nearly half a million people and supporting a large network of trade, foreign investment, and high-value industries.
In 2024, Wisconsin’s manufacturing industry contributed $73.7 billion to its GDP, making it the largest sector of Wisconsin’s economy. Wisconsin manufacturers sold $209 billion in manufactured goods (final & non-final) and generated an estimated $42.8 billion in earnings for manufacturing workers.
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Blog Posts
Business Profile: Jimmy John’s
There are three Jimmy John’s location in the greater Wausau area, featuring premium meats, combined with fresh-baked bread and hand-sliced veggies.
Chamber adds avatar guide to site
Take a few minutes to explore all of the great resources assembled by the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce on this website.
Interns, young professionals mix at End of Summer event
The Chamber’s Next Wave program held an End of Summer Mixer at the Monk Botanical Gardens to connect interns at member businesses to young professionals in the region.