Area Employers

Wisconsin offers resources, programs and other assistance businesses need to gain a competitive edge. From agriculture and insurance to high-tech, biotech and more, diverse industries are thriving in MGE's service area.

• Madison ranks among the top 30 Best Places in the nation for Business and Careers. Forbes, 2008
• Madison is one of the world's top start-up hubs. Fast Company, 2007
• Entrepreneurial activity is up in Wisconsin, with 290 entrepreneurs per 100,000 people. Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, 2008
• Madison ranks among the nation's top five markets for women in business. Bizjournals.com, 2007

Major employers

Review the largest employers in Columbia, Crawford, Dane, Iowa, Juneau, Monroe and Vernon Counties. Data includes company name, type of business and number of employees.

MGE's High-Tech Directory includes a list of the area's high-tech businesses, including descriptions, operating statistics and more.

Business and professional events

Get tips on growing your business, stay up to date on current events and network with other employers. Learn about the many meetings, conferences and seminars offered in Madison and Dane County.

• Madison.com
• Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce

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