Milwaukee Lakefront Franchise & Business Expo

18 - 19

Jul

Milwaukee Lakefront Franchise & Business Expo

Milwaukee, WI, USA

A regional expo offering franchise opportunities, business services, and entrepreneurship education.

Why Attend: Ideal for franchise buyers and small business owners in Southeast Wisconsin.

Location: Wisconsin Center, Milwaukee, WI

Market Intelligence & Business Environment
Market Insight:
Milwaukee presents promising business and franchise expansion opportunities driven by moderate consumer purchasing power, emerging entrepreneurial activity, and a business-friendly regulatory environment. The region also benefits from stable employment conditions, making it an attractive destination for entrepreneurs and investors.
Population

577,222

Median Income

$61,000

GDP Growth

2.00%

Unemployment

3.80%

Startup Ecosystem

6.80

Business Friendly Score

8.10

Investment Attractiveness

8.00

Opportunity Score

7.3/10

Population Growth Rate: 0.40%

Median Age: 34.5

Entrepreneurship Rate: 7.00%

Ease of Doing Business Rank: 6

Number of SMEs: 52,000

Number of Franchises: 1,700

Average Commercial Rent: $26

Office Space Cost: $360

Cost of Living Index: 92.00

Major Industries

Manufacturing, Brewing

Key Business Sectors

Food Processing, Logistics

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