Economic Development Committee

What is Economic Development? Efforts that seek to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for a community by creating and/or retaining jobs and supporting or growing incomes and the tax base.

Our Mission Statement: The Boulder Junction Economic Development Committee, in conjunction with the Town of Boulder Junction and with community commitment and participation, will develop and promote economic opportunities and explore investment options supporting our strategic economic development objectives and activities to enhance ongoing community prosperity.

Committee Members:
Co-Chairs: Bill Spear and Steve Weber
Members: Steve Coon, Anne Derber, Richard Jenks, Mary Jones, Nathan Kiesler, Wendi Neupert, Cherie Sanderson

Useful Links:

  • Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce (https://boulderjct.org/)- The Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce is committed to developing & promoting Boulder Junction as a vibrant, innovative, and welcoming destination. We aim to ignite, influence, impact, and inspire the visitor experience through marketing all types of legal recreation, events, and activities – present and future. Together, we are Boulder Junction!
  • Vilas County Economic Development Corporation (http://www.vilascountyedc.org)– Provide innovative leadership and regional infrastructure to: improve the economic wellbeing of businesses, communities and residents; promote creation and retention of viable businesses and quality jobs; and provide increased opportunities for education strengthening workforce development.
  • State of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (https://wedc.org/) - providing resources, operational support, and financial assistance, and working with more than 600 partners across the state.
  • State of Wisconsin Business Services (http://www.wisconsin.gov/Pages/business.aspx)– To help you obtain list of state permits or licenses your business may need before you get started.
  • Center for Wisconsin Technology Commercialization (http://wisconsinctc.org)– Will help you find products, services, publications and websites that will assist in the development, growth and success of your business.
  • Wisconsin Department of Tourism (http://industry.travelwisconsin.com)– Information on state marketing, grants and research efforts