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Elephas Biosciences Corporation (Elephas), a private company, announced today that it has raised $55 million in Series C funding. Venture Investors Health Fund and State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB) led the round. Continuing investments were made by Northpond...
Wisconsin student entries welcome by Jan. 31 for 2024 Governor’s Business Plan Contest
Looking for a self-directed project this semester that can lead to prizes, mentoring and live connections to the business world? The annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest will accept entries online for the 2024 competition until 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Jan....
Madison Startups: HealthX Ventures Adds Principal
Darcey Nett announced recently that she has joined HealthX Ventures as a principal. Nett comes to HealthX Ventures from Wellbe, where she served as the Chief Growth Officer. She also was the CEO of DotCom Therapy and ImageMoverMD. “Bringing almost two decades of...
Wisconsin Eye: Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence
On January 22, 2024, the Governor’s Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence held a meeting. Click here to watch the recording. Agenda: Welcome and housekeeping Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Assistant Deputy Secretary Jenny Sereno Agency...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Haribo expands in Kenosha County
Haribo of America is increasing its footprint in Kenosha County with the lease of a 447,000-square-foot building in Bristol, located in the Bristol Highlands East Commerce Center, a three-building, 68-acre industrial park at Wilmot Road and 136th Avenue, according to...
WEDC: Microsoft breaks ground on major data center project in Wisconsin
Microsoft broke ground in September on a $1 billion expansion of its data center footprint in Wisconsin, and expects the project to be complete and operational in 2026. In December, the information technology giant completed the purchase of 1,048 more acres...
Crew of mentors on call for contestants in 2024 Wisconsin Governor’s Biz Plan Contest
Experienced mentors from across Wisconsin will be available to offer advice to contestants during the annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. Initial entries of 250 words are due by 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024. There is no cost to enter. Visit...
In Business Magazine: DWD releases annual report showing 2023’s record achievements
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) recently released its latest annual report, which showcases the 2023 achievements of DWD and its partners to support workers and build the economy. Highlights from the 2023 Annual Report include the following:...
WisBusiness: Federal officials at a stop in Wauwatosa touted newly announced grant funding for EV charging-related projects, including a training program in Wisconsin
Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su argued "too many people have been left out of the promise of a good job" during remarks at the Milwaukee Electrical Joint Apprenticeship & Training Center north campus building. "Not this time," she said Friday. "We'll build...
Milwaukee Business Journal: Strategic investments key to keeping state’s economy rocketing forward
Our state’s economy is rocketing forward. More people are working here than ever before. Exports from our farms and factories continue to rise as global demand grows for Made In Wisconsin products. Our per capita income growth is outpacing the national average. And...
Fox 11 News: UW-Oshkosh College of Nursing gets innovation grant to expand rural telehealth
UW-Oshkosh College of Nursing was awarded an innovation grant for its proposal to expand the use of telehealth for rural residents. UW Oshkosh was one of three recipients for the 2023 UW Innovation Grants. Through the grant, the Universities of Wisconsin will award...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Microsoft gives UWM $1.2 million for Connected Systems Institute
Microsoft has given $1.2 million to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Foundation to support UWM’s Connected Systems Institute. The gift will be used to help educate and expand Wisconsin’s talent pipeline for Industry 4.0 manufacturing, which allows small and...
BizTimes Milwaukee: Former insurance executive added to Marquette executive-in-residence program
The Marquette University College of Business Administration has added Mark Afable as an executive-in-residence for insurance. Afable’s addition brings the total number of executives-in-residence to seven. Marquette started the executive-in-residence program in 2019....
Madison Startups: Cellular Logistics, Allele Biotech Partner
Cellular Logistics and Allele Biotech, a company that explores the mechanisms of biological processes to develop technologies and products for biomedical researchers, have partnered, the company announced recently. The two companies look to develop regenerative...
Gov’s Business Plan Contest open online to vets, other entrepreneurs through Jan. 31
At a time when more military veterans are expressing interest in becoming entrepreneurs, the annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is accepting entries online for the 2024 competition through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024. Over a dozen veterans have...
Bolster your odds for startup business success; enter Governor’s Business Plan through Jan. 31
More than seven out of every 10 finalists in the Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest since 2012 are still in business, a strong survival rate that speaks to the contest’s role in helping startup companies succeed over time. A survey conducted by the Wisconsin...
InsideWis: With solid state budget numbers, Wisconsin can compete for growth
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – From red states such as Arizona, Florida and Indiana to blue states such as California, Massachusetts and New York, a common state budget theme is emerging: The post-pandemic spending party is over; a time of sober fiscal management is...
Bolster your odds for startup business success; enter Governor’s Business Plan through Jan. 31
More than seven out of every 10 finalists in the Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest since 2012 are still in business, a strong survival rate that speaks to the contest’s role in helping startup companies succeed over time. A survey conducted by the Wisconsin...
Wisconsin Inno: 2023 was slow for VC in Wisconsin. Which startups raised the most?
Following national trends, venture capital activity slowed in Wisconsin in 2023 as startups raised less VC funding. Wisconsin startups raised $261.4 million across 93 deals in 2023, according to the latest quarterly report from PitchBook Data Inc. and the National...
The Business News: Mold resistant, pest resistant, rot resistant, fire resistant
Oftentimes, the idea or inspiration behind a business stems from a personal experience or connection of its founder. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, one of the top reasons people start businesses is “to create a solution they wish they had.” Zach Popp said...