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Navigating the global marketplace can be difficult. It requires specialized knowledge and a sound strategy based upon proven best practices. WEDC is pleased to announce another round of International Market Access Grants for 2019-2020....
Madison Startups: AkitaBox Names New CEO
Matt Miszewski is joining AkitaBox as its CEO, the organization announced this week. Co-Founder and CEO Todd Hoffmaster announced he is stepping down to pursue other opportunities within the organization. “Matt brings a wealth of industry experience that we feel will...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Startups to receive up to $700K following Fall Experiment 2019
Three startups could receive up to $700,000 in investments following two pitch competitions at Fall Experiment 2019, a two-day festival that highlights tech, art, music and gaming in Milwaukee. Tixora and Fiveable, co-winners of the Fall X Pitch competition will each...
Milwaukee Business Journal: TitletownTech, Packers announce details on $25M VC fund, including Baird involvement
The Green Bay Packers and Microsoft Corp. held the official grand opening Friday of TitletownTech, a new initiative to spur startup growth and innovation in Green Bay. And the group announced several new details about its $25 million venture fund designed to back...
Investor, mentor, ‘trep: Jan Eddy latest to join Tech Council’s ‘Investor Hall of Fame’
Jan Eddy, an entrepreneur, mentor and investor who has helped scores of young companies gain their footing over time, will be inducted into the Wisconsin Technology Council’s “George Mosher Memorial Investor Hall of Fame” during the Nov. 6-7 Wisconsin Early Stage...
Milwaukee Business Journal: Northwestern Mutual allocating $20M of corporate venture capital dollars to women-led startups
Northwestern Mutual is committed to allocating $20 million of its corporate venture capital dollars towards startups founded by women, the financial services and life insurance company said Thursday. In May, Northwestern Mutual launched a second corporate venture...