Who We Are
The Sawyer County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC) is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening economic opportunity throughout Sawyer County.
We work alongside businesses, entrepreneurs, municipalities, educational institutions, tribal partners, nonprofits, and community organizations to help address challenges, support growth, and move important projects forward.
Our role is simple: connect people, resources, and opportunities that help Sawyer County thrive.
What We Do
We connect people, build partnerships, and support initiatives that help Sawyer County thrive.
Connect
Connecting people with the resources and relationships that help ideas move forward.
Collaborate
Bringing partners together to solve problems and create opportunities.
Support
Supporting businesses, communities, and initiatives that strengthen Sawyer County.
Advocate
Championing efforts that promote economic opportunity and community vitality.
Leadership
Meet the people guiding our work
Brian Priester
Executive Director
Brian serves as Executive Director of the Sawyer County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC). He works with businesses, entrepreneurs, municipalities, and community partners to connect people, resources, and opportunities that strengthen Sawyer County. A longtime Northwoods resident, Brian is passionate about helping communities solve problems, support local businesses, and build a strong future for the region.
Board of Directors
Matt Albrecht
President
Woodland Development & Realty
Steve Gershman
Vice President
Entreprenuer Fund
Monica Johnson
Treasurer
NorthLakes Community Clinic
Kathy Kadlec
Frandsen Bank & Trust
Stacey Hessel
Sawyer County Board of Supervisors
Chris Ruckdaschel
Hayward Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Schroeder
Hayward Power Sports
Ken J. Heffron
Tamarack Health
Craig Olson
Winter School District
Mark Berquist
Hayward School District
Jim Miller
Hayward Chamber of Commerce
Mike Markgren
Sawyer County Administrator
Get in Touch
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