Melissa is an exceptional partner in regional economic development. Her ability to coordinate seamlessly with Alliant Energy ensures that Winnebago and Worth counties are always positioned for growth. She is proactive, deeply knowledgeable, and highly collaborative- bringing her into a project early is a guarantee that things will move forward efficiently and successfully.
— Chad Hansen , Alliant Energy
Rising economic development in Winnebago, Hancock
28 May 2019
News
There has been plenty of economic growth in the Winnebago and Hancock counties between new and expanding businesses, various partnerships and low unemployment rates.
Melissa Michaelis, executive director of Winn-Worth Betco, a joint economic development office that works for both Winnebago and Worth counties, said there are four focuses: community development, housing and workforce attraction, tourism and business recruitment and retention.
There has been plenty of economic growth in the Winnebago and Hancock counties between new and expanding businesses, various partnerships and low unemployment rates.
Melissa Michaelis, executive director of Winn-Worth Betco, a joint economic development office that works for both Winnebago and Worth counties, said there are four focuses: community development, housing and workforce attraction, tourism and business recruitment and retention.
Ole’s Office in Lake Mills also opened as a new business and houses Thrivent Financial & Rognes Bros and a conference room rental. Ole’s Office is an office and event space for rent that can hold up to 150 people in its large event room.