Northwest Regional Planning Commission

Other Services

  • Access to Capital: Including NWBDC?s Technology Seed Fund, Intermediary Relending Program, EDA Revolving Loan Fund and Community Based Venture Fund; Federal and State research and development funding sources; Federal and State Loan Programs; Private investor networks; local and regional loan funds.
  • Access to Electronic Knowledge Services: NWBDC uses the electronic knowledge services provided by NERAC to search for answers to technical, market, and business related questions posed by clients? businesses.
  • Access to Federal Laboratories and Universities: NWBDC is designated as lead contact in Wisconsin for technology transfer from USDA laboratories and has cooperative relationships with universities that enable companies to access technical experts and undertake joint research and development projects.
  • Access to International Technology Transfer and Marketing: NWBDC has affiliations with International Technology Centers and business development organizations who can assist in international markets and can help identify opportunities for business alliances and trade in Europe.