MAKE THE MOVE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Thousands of folks visit Door County every year. Why not be one of the lucky ones to stay and call Door County home? The Door County Economic Development Corporation has a myriad of resources to make that possible. Or, if you already call Door County home but want to expand or kickstart your business – we can help with that too.
You’ve dreamed of finding a healthy, vibrant place to live and raise your family. One that offers an active lifestyle, a lively cultural scene and a strong business climate.
Door County is your place to call home.
Since 1989, Door County Economic Development Corporation has been successful in helping existing businesses create and retain thousands of jobs through a myriad of programs and initiatives. DCEDC understands the needs of local businesses for quality workers to staff new and existing jobs.
OUR VISION
OPENING THE DOOR TO A BETTER FUTURE
OUR MISSION
The DCEDC Mission is to influence meaningful change that promotes the economic development of Door County in ways that enhance the unique qualities of our community and ensure long-term viability through responsible stewardship.
OUR CORE VALUES
WE ARE;
Collaborative:
Unselfish partnerships to accomplish something of benefit to the organizations as well as the community
Innovative:
Think differently and effectively bringing others along to make an impact; adaptability and flexibility; bold moves
Trustworthy:
Confidentiality, respect, reliable
Inclusive & Encompassing:
Diversity of thought, embracing the entire county
Our Team
Our team is a collaborative group of economic development professionals committed to attracting, growing and retaining business, industry, and labor force to Door County. Team DCEDC provides expert site selection services inclusive of: operational cost analysis, incentive comparisons, workforce studies, connectivity to key resources, and project management.
NEWS and MEDIA
Economic & Workforce Development:
- DCEDC Selects Michelle Lawrie as new executive director
- City Donating Land for Modular Home Manufacturing Facility
- Door County professionals inheriting the workforce aim to create a place to stay, not just play
- Replenishing Our Workforce
- Sevastopol Leads Effort for Industrial Training Partnership
Business & Entrepreneurship:
Broadband Advancement in Door County:
Childcare:
Housing:
PRESS Releases
- DCEDC SELECTS MICHELLE LAWRIE AS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – April 26, 2022
- DOOR COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION CONNECTS LOCAL RESTAURANT OWNER WITH STUDENTS TO LEARN WHAT IT’S LIKE TO RUN A RESTAURANT BUSINESS IN 2021 – November 8, 2021
- DCEDC LAUNCHES “CREATOR’S CLUE”, A GAME DESIGNED TO GET DOOR COUNTY STUDENTS FAMILIAR WITH LOCAL MANUFACTURERS – November 4, 2021
- THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTE TO INCLUDE FORESTVILLE, WI IN NATIONWIDE TRAVELING EXHIBITION SHOWCASING PLACES OF INNOVATION IN RURAL AMERICA – October 15, 2021
- NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH – September 15, 2021
- TECH COUNCIL’S 2021 WISCONSIN PORTFOLIO TOUR MAKES A STOP IN DOOR COUNTY – July 21, 2021
- DCEDC IS SEEKING NOMINATIONS FOR NEW, MORE INCLUSIVE ANNUAL AWARDS TO HONOR OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES! – May 24, 2021
- CONTRACT AWARDED FOR THE DOOR COUNTY BROADBAND INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING ASSESSMENT – May 6, 2021
- JENKINS STEPS DOWN AS DCEDC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – January 17, 2021