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Honoring Wisconsin’s Veterans: Surprising Facts You Probably Didn’t Know Few understand hardship better than our veterans and military families. Wisconsin has a rich history of honoring its veterans through various programs and initiatives. While many Wisconsinites may already be familiar with some of these efforts, there are still plenty of surprising facts that are likely…

The Wisconsin Veteran Chamber of Commerce (WVCC) is an organization that supports veteran-owned businesses throughout the state. As of 2020, there were over
57,000 veteran-owned businesses in Wisconsin, contributing over $20 billion to the state’s economy. The WVCC provides resources, n networking opportunities, and
advocacy for these business owners. Understanding the needs and challenges faced by veteran entrepreneurs is crucial to supporting their success.

Wisconsin’s veterans are extremely valuable to our state’s community, workforce, and economy. The determination, skill, and commitment of our veterans are some of the greatest assets we have as a state. Since day one, Governor Tony Evers has charged Wisconsin’s administrative agencies with connecting the dots. At the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), we work each day to connect dots between the many different Wisconsin communities we serve – including veterans.

Rockwell Automation has partnered with the Wisconsin Veteran Chamber of Commerce to support and promote veteran-owned businesses in Wisconsin. The partnership includes providing resources and expertise to veteran entrepreneurs, as well as networking opportunities and access to Rockwell Automation’s supply chain.