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People and businesses thrive in the Madison Region because business growth and quality of life go hand-in-hand.

Our diverse economic base is driven by an entrepreneurial, creative, and educated workforce which draws upon the region's greatest assets: highly ranked schools, world-class healthcare, enriching cultural attractions, and an abundance of natural resources.

Thrive works in the spirit of collaboration to ensure resources are available to the people and organizations that do business here, helping the region continue our tradition of delivering first-rate products and services to the world.

May 23, 2013

2013 State of the Madison Region Summit

We’re off and running with the Advance Now Strategy, and we’ll share it all at this year’s State of the Madison Region Summit. You’ll hear from... continue reading »

May 13, 2013

Madison based Snowshoe selected for TechStars start-up accelerator program

A Madison company with a unique, inexpensive technology for authenticating mobile transactions, has been accepted into the highly selective TechStars Boulder start-up accelerator program. continue reading »

Apr 18, 2013

Rock County offers businesses economic, strategic advantages

For businesses considering relocation, Rock County, Wis., certainly offers its fair share of advantages, according to the Rock County Development Alliance. continue reading »

Apr 14, 2013

Grocery store in Plain may get new lease on life as food co-op

Together, in varying roles, they’re working to insure Phil’s Foods, the village’s lone grocery store, remains a part of the economic and social fabric of the downtown here, a role it has played for over 100 years. continue reading »

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