Accola to lead economic development efforts in Dunn County, Menomonie along with UW-Stout

New, shared position was created earlier this year
​Jerry Poling | September 10, 2024

Adam Accola has been named the first joint director of economic development in Dunn County.

The position was created earlier this year by the county, City of Menomonie and UW-Stout. Support also was provided by the Dunn County Economic Development CorporationGreater Menomonie Development Corporation and the Stout Technology and Business Park. The six entities signed a memorandum of agreement to provide funding.

Adam Accola
Adam Accola / Contributed photo

Accola has been a manager and administrator at the Coven, formerly CoLab, for five years in Eau Claire, a co-working space that supports start-up businesses and entrepreneurs.

“I am looking forward to the innovative and collaborative approach to economic development that partners have pursued through this position,” Accola said. “The entirety of our county is ripe with possibilities for current businesses to thrive and grow, new businesses to emerge and succeed, and for outside businesses looking to call greater Dunn County home.”

Accola will initially focus on:

  • Retention and expansion of current businesses
  • New business development, including start-ups
  • Fostering the development of new housing
  • Business attraction.

“This shared position will allow the greater community to respond in a comprehensive way to the needs of business and industry,” said UW-Stout Chancellor Katherine Frank. “It’s not just about attracting new business to the region but also working with existing businesses and providing streamlined resources.”

Accola works out of the UW-Stout Office of Corporate Relations and Economic Engagement. His office is room 278E, Jarvis Hall Technology Wing. He can be reached at accolaa@uwstout.edu, 715-232-5444.

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