Ashland Area Development Corp.

Ashland Area Development Corporation (AADC) is the primary economic development agent in Ashland County, Wisconsin - your one-stop access point to a wealth of business and community resources.  We work directly with startups and existing businesses, helping them find the information or resources they seek.  

AADC works in close partnership with local municipalities, including Ashland County and the City of Ashland, and many other partners and stakeholders in a coordinated effort “to create, maintain and promote economic vitality that improves the quality of life of the people in the Ashland region."  Organized in 1957, we have a deep-rooted history of supporting and encouraging business growth throughout the region.

All of our expertise is available to businesses at no charge.  AADC is a non-stock, not-for-profit Wisconsin corporation that holds Section 501(c)(3) status from the IRS.Mission Statement: Provide resources to support incoming and existing Ashland area entrepreneurs and businesses.

Mission Statement: Provide resources to support incoming and existing Ashland area entrepreneurs and businesses.