Madison Enterprise Center (MEC)

A Unique Partnership

In 1987, Common Wealth formed a unique partnership with Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) to launch the Madison Enterprise Center (MEC). 

As Common Wealth Development’s first-stage business incubator, MEC offers office and light industrial incubation spaces for start-up and expanding small businesses. Tenants enjoy affordable rental rates and shared services, including high-speed Internet and video conferencing equipment. The on-site manager is available to provide business assistance and resource-matching services to connect tenants with existing business support programs. 

How Does It Work?

Businesses may stay at the Madison Enterprise Center for 1-5 years (12-month leases, renewed annually). To qualify for acceptance into the Madison Enterprise Center, a business must be a for-profit company, produce a product or provide a service, and have the potential for future job creation. All applicants must prepare a business plan as part of the application package, which will be reviewed and evaluated by the Business Development Committee for final determination.

For More Information, Contact:

Brendan Vandenburg-Carroll
Business Development Manager

Cell: (608) 438-6804
Office: (608) 256-3527
Email: brendan@cwd.org

Explore Our Current Tenants

Our space is gigantic compared to what we had before. We love the accessibility. We love the community, and it’s a place that we could afford as a growing business.

- Meagan, Taco Cat Creations