Office Environment

WCEDA is located on the Gateway Technical College campus in Elkhorn, just steps away from the Walworth County Job Center. While it receives some funding from Walworth County, WCEDA operates as a small, independent nonprofit organization governed by a board of directors made up of influential business and community leaders. The staff includes an Executive Director, a Director of Operations, a Housing Program Manager, and a new Assistant Economic Development Director position. Gateway’s campus offers a variety of meeting spaces that are available for meetings and small events. Although the WCEDA office doesn’t see a high volume of walk-in traffic, the team maintains strong relationships with building partners. Staff are frequently out in the community-meeting with businesses, attending events, and staying actively engaged. The organization is driven by a clear mission, and that same sense of purpose is shared by its campus partners, creating a supportive environment for advancing economic development across the county.