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Appleton-based Fleet Farm has joined a previously announced group of major firms that will take part in “speed dates” with emerging companies at the March 18 Wisconsin Tech Summit in Green Bay’s Lambeau Field. Fleet Farm has 49 stores U.S. stores with 23 of those...
InsideWis: Young companies have many needs – sometimes, they need big partners
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – There’s a long list of things a startup company needs to succeed, not the least of which is money but also an innovative product; a business plan to follow and adapt as necessary; a solid go-to-market strategy; and a well-rounded team with...
Insight On Business: Emerging companies can meet with major firms at Wis. Tech Summit
Emerging companies may apply through Feb. 26 to meet with major firms and explore potential business relationships around technology needs, supply chain needs and innovation as part of the 11th annual Wisconsin Tech Summit, which will take place in-person at Green...
In Business Magazine: 3 large companies join firms participating in Tech Summit next month
Deloitte, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, and gener8tor have joined a previously announced group of major firms that will take part in “speed dates” with emerging companies at the March 18 Wisconsin Tech Summit in Green Bay’s Lambeau Field, according...
‘WisBiz: The Show’ features Dean Amhaus of The Water Council
Welcome to “WisBusiness: The Show,” a twice-a-month Web show covering state business news and issues. In the latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” Dean Amhaus of The Water Council talks about the Milwaukee-based group’s role in a National Science Foundation...
Deloitte, Froedtert and gener8tor added to major firm list for March 18 Tech Summit
Deloitte, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin and gener8tor have joined a previously announced group of major firms that will take part in “speed dates” with emerging companies at the March 18 Wisconsin Tech Summit in Green Bay’s Lambeau Field. Previously...
Wisconsin Public Radio: Economic growth, Homemade food sales, New vehicles in 2024
Wisconsin Technology Council President Tom Still joins the show to outline why the state’s $3.1 billion surplus should be invested. Then, a leader of the state’s cottage food producers criticizes a legislative effort to regulate the industry. Then, we look at new cars...
InsideWis: Trends in tech startups can be spotted in Biz Plan Contest entries
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – I could call the Governor’s Business Plan Contest a canary in the coal mine of entrepreneurship in Wisconsin, but coal mines are out of favor these days so perhaps the more apt analogy is a canary in a gold mine. That’s certainly true for...
Insight on Business: Wisconsin Tech Summit set for Lambeau Field March 18
The 11th annual Wisconsin Tech Summit, taking place in-person at Green Bay’s Lambeau Field, will offer emerging companies to meet with major firms and explore potential business relationships around technology needs and innovation. The day-long event will be held...
What are 2024 trends in early stage investing? Learn more at Feb. 27 Tech Council luncheon
Investing in early stage companies nationally was significantly down in 2023 across the country, Wisconsin included, but the new year is still young. How do veteran investors view the prospects for the remainder of 2024? Join us Tuesday, Feb. 27, for a preliminary...
Cap Times: Wisconsin’s video game industry could get a boost with tax credit
As layoffs sweep the booming video game industry, a new bill aims to support and grow Wisconsin’s gaming companies with a tax credit for wages and other eligible expenses. The bill, authored by Republicans Sen. Patrick Testin of Stevens Point, Rep. Clint Moses of...
InsideWis: Combination of ills keep health care in Wisconsin on the ‘watch’ list
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Health care in Wisconsin is suffering from a serious case of “long COVID.” Not so much the disease itself, although it’s on the rise again, but how the lingering effects of the pandemic are challenging systems that deliver care. Burnout...