About WEDCO

Waukee Economic Development Corporation (WEDCO) is a nonprofit, public-private partnership whose goal is to build a stronger, prosperous economy and growing job market.  Our primary focus is on generating and supporting existing business retention and expansion, new business development and attraction, and commercial site/property development.

WEDCO serves as the first point of contact to businesses and developers exploring investment opportunities in Waukee.  We work in collaboration with our partners and allies in economic development to deliver comprehensive, client-driven location services, including:

• City of Waukee
• Greater Dallas County Development Alliance 
• Greater Des Moines Partnership 
• Iowa Economic Development Authority
• Des Moines Area Community College 
• Utilities serving Waukee

We have a great product to sell—perfectly positioned and business ready.  Waukee is situated in a growing, dynamic Midwest regional market. It is the fastest growing community in Iowa, experiencing triple digit growth in this decade; and located in the Des Moines Metropolitan area—the nation’s 53rd fastest growing metro—and Dallas County—the 15th fastest growing county in the U.S.  Businesses benefit from Waukee’s central U.S. location at the crossroads of Interstates 80 and 35; an advanced infrastructure with ample capacity for growth; an available, highly-educated workforce; progressive, business-friendly environment; development-ready sites and available buildings; incentives; and an attractive quality of living.

WEDCO stands ready to assist you and your business.  Please contact us for customized information and confidential site selection assistance.