The Village of Gilman offers a small town atmosphere and a population of fantastic people with a strong work ethic. The larger cities of Wausau, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls are all approximately one hour away and Minneapolis/Saint Paul are just two and a half hours away. Highway 29 is a four-lane highway that traverses the entire state and is located only fifteen miles south of Gilman. All of this creates great growth potential for both new business opportunities and existing business in Gilman.
In agreement and in conjunction with the Gilman Industrial Foundation, the Village of Gilman offers business and industries assistance in starting or keeping a business in the Village of Gilman. Start up loans and advisement on finding financing and any other resources are available from both the Village of Gilman and the Gilman Industrial Foundation. The Village of Gilman also works with and through the Taylor County UW-Extension Office which provides a variety of grant programs, advisement, and economic development tools to help business and industry.
The Village of Gilman, along with the Gilman Industrial Foundation, is anxious to recruit and welcomes individuals who are interested in starting their own business. If you have a business idea, determination, great visions, good business sense, and want to take advantage of a great opportunity, we want to talk with you!
Many organizations are very willing to assist you in your venture, including the Gilman Industrial Foundation, the Village Board, and Forward Wisconsin. Each has years of experience to draw upon and can assist you every step of the way. Local and state organizations also offer financial programs for your business.
The Village of Gilman has made recent street improvements in the downtown area and our Industrial Park awaits your new business venture. Gilman offers many new residential development areas and a large number of recreational sites are located within the village boundaries. There are also many recreation development opportunities in the surrounding area.
The Price of a Industrial Park Site is easily within reach! If you are interested in starting your own business please contact one of our industry minded organizations and start developing your business opportunities today!
