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2021 WIA Finalists Announced

Twenty-nine companies and nonprofit organizations have been named the finalists for the 2021 Wisconsin Innovation Awards, organizers announced recently. According to a release, the finalists were selected by a panel…

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The Week Ahead July 19, 2021

Pitches, Presentations Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 20 Online — DreamBank: Ace Your Next Salary Negotiation 8-9 a.m. Thursday, July 22 Online — WWBIC: Cup of Joe 4-5 p.m. Thursday, July 22…

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WEDC Awards Urban League $400K Grant

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has awarded the Urban League of Greater Madison a $400,000 Capital Catalyst grant to help the organization launch its Black Business Hub Accelerator Fund,…

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The Week Ahead July 12, 2021

Pitches, Presentations Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 13 Online — DreamBank: Brand vs. Commodity with DP Knudten Noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, July 13 Online — StartingBlock Madison: Innovate Series: Fusion Technologies Noon-1:15 p.m. Thursday,…

Apps Open for 2021 Startup Showcase

Applications are now being accepted until July 23 for the ninth annual Startup Showcase, which will take place Aug. 19 at Garver Feed Mill as part of Forward Festival, organizers…

Gener8tor Adds Associate Director of Investments

Gener8tor has named Tonnetta D. Carter as its first associate director of investments, the organization announced today. According to a release, Carter will work closely with the gener8tor’s leadership team…

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The Week Ahead July 5, 2021

Pitches, Presentations 8:30-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 7 Online — 1 Million Cups: Sygmatic Professional Development, Workshops 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 7 Online — WWBIC: Search Engine Optimization for Small Business –…

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2020 Sees Record Early Stage Deals

In 2020, early-stage companies in Wisconsin raised more than $483 million, which topped the 2019 record of $454.4 million, according to a report by the Wisconsin Technology Council. “Other states…

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The Week Ahead June 28, 2021

Pitches, Presentations 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Tuesday, June 29 Online — University of Wisconsin School of Business – Small Business Development Center: Building a Better Web Presence: Business Websites 101 Professional Development,…

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Gener8tor Madison Announces 2021 Cohort

Four startups are participating in gener8tor’s 12-week accelerator, which started March 11, the organization announced recently. Wildwonder, Dora Maar, Awayr Al and Streo will have a chance to pitch in…