The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation provided financial and operational assistance to more than 5,000 businesses and 100 communities, according to a draft of its annual report released today.

“WEDC continues to fulfill its mission of supporting business development in Wisconsin through innovative programs and responsive service delivery,” Tricia Braun, deputy secretary and COO for WEDC, said in a statement. “We are pleased to present our Annual Report on Economic Development to our board, members of the legislature and the people of Wisconsin to demonstrate the positive outcomes of our programs.”

According to a release, WEDC’s business attraction projects resulted in $188 million of new investment into the state. The company also certified 25 new early-stage companies for its Qualified New Business Venture (QNBV) program.

The full report will be submitted to the state legislature on Oct. 1.