Innovation Network Events

Join us Thursday, May 8 in downtown Milwaukee to hear from leaders who understand manufacturing as they debate a core question: Is it possible to bring back manufacturing in the United States after decades of decline? A core reason behind President Trump’s tariff policies is his pledge to revive American manufacturing, which he claims “will […]

Despite solid conservation efforts, energy use is almost certain to rise as coal-powered plants continue to close – and especially as Wisconsin becomes a home for more data centers. How will the state meet those needs? Invited panelists will discuss this topic Tuesday, May 20, during a Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison. Join […]

Hear from three innovators who have successfully adopted intrapreneurship in their organizations Thursday, June 12 at a Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon at the Whitewater University Innovation Center. Intrapreneurship is the practice of encouraging employees within an organization to act like entrepreneurs – taking initiative, developing new ideas and driving innovation from within the company. […]

The last three years saw more than $1.5 billion in angel and venture capital invested in Wisconsin, including no small amount from out-of-state and international investors. What were the state’s early stage investing totals and profiles in 2024, how does 2025 look so far and what’s around the corner for 2026? Join us for an […]

Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau, the director of one of UW-Madison’s fastest-growing programs, will join industry experts to discuss trends in computing and data science Tuesday, July 29, during a Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison. Join us at One City Schools, 1707 West Broadway in Madison. This is a new location for our Madison luncheons, just […]

Click here to register. Among the many reasons why Milwaukee’s startup rankings in the Midwest have grown to 14th among the top 64 cities is collaboration among the city’s major research universities, which work together to translate research to emerging companies and beyond. Learn more about what “technology transfer” means to the region Thursday, Sept. […]

Even with a limited number of days in the current session, members of the state Assembly and Senate may take up several bills of importance to Wisconsin’s tech-based economy in coming months. Hear from veteran Capitol observers Tuesday, Sept. 23, during a Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison. Join us at One City Schools, […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping every sector of Wisconsin’s economy, but experts say ensuring its safety and responsibility must come first. The Tuesday, Oct. 28, Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison will explore how lawmakers, businesses and researchers can make responsible AI a statewide priority through interactive discussions and a live demonstration. Panelists include […]