The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is thrilled to announce the addition of two new members to our team. Both bring a passion for the state and helping people connect to opportunities. Learn more about the entire WBC team and how we’re working to build a more resilient Wyoming at wyomingbusiness.org.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is excited to share that the Wind River Development Fund (WRDF) is one of six organizations nationwide selected as an awardee under the Economic Development Administration’s Recompete Pilot Program. WRDF, the lead applicant, and its four co-applicants will receive $36 million over five years to fund innovative and Indigenous-based economic development strategies on the Wind River Indian Reservation. The four co-applicants include the Eastern Shoshone Tribe, Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative, Wind River Food Sovereignty Project, and Central Wyoming College.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Board of Directors will hold a special meeting via Zoom on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This Special Meeting is called for the consideration of time-sensitive broadband topics, a graphic design and content creation support contract, a contract amendment with an existing loan servicer, and a business 50/50 loan. No other business will be discussed at this meeting.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is proud to announce a new partnership with Silicon Couloir to enhance entrepreneurial services and support to communities across the state. This collaboration intends to strengthen the state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and provide vital resources to budding entrepreneurs in Wyoming’s diverse economic landscape.
Recognizing the need to support the innovation and growth needs of entrepreneurs across the state, the Wyoming Business Council is thrilled to announce that Casper-based Breakthrough Venture Capital (BVC) has secured its first close of funding for their inaugural fund with participation from Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC).
BVC is a Wyoming-first venture capital firm whose mission is to support founders of high-growth startups in the state. They provide strategic investment, mentorship, and resources to help innovators achieve their full potential and enrich Wyoming communities.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Board of Directors will hold their quarterly meeting plus a public work session next week in person in Casper, Wyoming, and concurrently via Zoom.
The WBC Board will meet on Wednesday, May 8, at the Hilton Garden Inn (1150 N Poplar St, Casper WY,82601), beginning at 8 a.m. The Board also will convene a public work session the previous afternoon, May 7 beginning at 12 p.m. at the same location.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) has opened applications for the Community Facility Rehabilitation (CFR) Grant Program, a subcomponent of the Community Facilities Program (CFP) which was appropriated by the Wyoming Legislature during the 2024 General Session.
Cheyenne-based Language I/O founder and CEO, Heather Shoemaker, was recently recognized in Inc. Magazine’s seventh annual Female Founders list, an esteemed accolade honoring 250 women whose innovations and ideas are making significant business impacts. Shoemaker is the only woman recognized from Wyoming.
The inaugural class of The Wyoming Academy wrapped up last week in Casper, Wyoming, and while organizers celebrate the growth and connections of the first cohort, they also are looking ahead to the next set of leaders to join the program this June.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is excited to announce its latest direct equity investment from the federally funded Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC) Fund in Remo Health. Founded in 2021, the company is led by Dr. Will Poe, Matt LeKrey, and Jason Decastro, headquartered in Jackson, Wyoming.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is pleased to announce the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for graphic design support services as of April 1, 2024.
The Wyoming Business Council is looking for teams of community leaders committed to working on economic development challenges to take part in a free workshop focused on cultivating a shared vision and collaborative momentum.
The Assessment to Action (A2A) Planning Workshop is a comprehensive, hands-on opportunity tailored for teams of three to eight individuals devoted to enhancing the economic well-being of their local communities, regions, industries, or state organizations. Teams will dive into a locally-led, problem-driven planning approach that empowers them to impact on root problems.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Board of Directors will hold their quarterly meeting plus a public work session next week in person in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and concurrently via Zoom.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is excited to announce its latest direct equity investment from the federally funded Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC) Fund in Mia Share, Inc. Founded in 2019 by CEO Joshua Haghani, Mia Share is a FinTech company specializing in streamlining digital payments for trade and technical schools, headquartered in Jackson, Wyoming.
The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) and Leadership Wyoming proudly announce that applications are now open through March 10 for the second cohort of The Wyoming Academy, commencing June 2024.
