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2025 Wisconsin Rural partners Summit | April 30 & May 1


Vibrant Rural Communities 

What contributes to a rural community being truly vibrant and thriving?

This year’s Summit will seek to provide ideas that help communities attract businesses, highlight programs, and introduce innovative funding and staffing options in the face of budget challenges.

2025 Agenda 

Registration Open

Sponsorship Opportunities Available Today

About our Host City: Fort Atkinson is a charming city located in the southeastern part of the state, nestled along the banks of the Rock River, a few miles upstream from Lake Koshkonong, in Jefferson County. With a rich history dating back to the early 19th century, Fort Atkinson was originally established as a military outpost during the Black Hawk War of 1832. Today, it has transformed into a vibrant community known for its small-town charm, historic sites, and close-knit atmosphere. Visitors and residents alike enjoy its small businesses and restaurants, welcoming parks, and a range of recreational opportunities. The city's commitment to preserving its heritage while fostering a strong sense of community makes it a delightful place to live, work, and explore. There is also a range of thriving business and industry that call Fort Atkinson home.

Thank you to our 2025 Summit Planning Committee 

Adam Accola, Director, Economic Development,
Dunn County Economic Development Corporation

Marie Barry, Director of Community Economic Development,
Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative

Melissa Hunt, President & CEO,
Wisconsin Economic Development Association

Kenyon Kies

Logan McHone, Tourism & Marketing Manager,
Explore Fort

Deborah Reinbold, President,
Thrive Economic Development

Donna Walker, Senior Economic Development Manager,
Dairyland Power

Sarah Weihert, Public Relations Executive Assistant,
City Of Fort Atkinson

Shauna Wessely, Executive Director,
Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce

2025 Summit Sponsors

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2025 Exhibitors

Ayres Associates

City of Jefferson

DEHCR (WI DOA)

Explore Fort

Foundation For Rural Housing

League of Wisconsin Municipalities 

Office of Rural Prosperity - WEDC

SolarShare Wisconsin Cooperative

Wisconsin Farmers Union

Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority

$250.00 Exhibitor Information:  ONE (1) - two-Day Summit Registration  Organization Name/link on the Summit

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Past Wisconsin Rural Summits

2024 Annual Rural Summit
May 14 & 15 | Ashland 
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2023 Annual Rural Summit 
April 26 & 27 | Mauston
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2022 Annual Rural Summit
April 26 & 27, 2022 | Marshfield
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About us

​Wisconsin Rural Partners, Inc. (WRP) serves as a network hub for organizations, government agencies and people working to make rural Wisconsin a better place. ​​We strive through our work to build leadership for the communities of rural Wisconsin.  ​​

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