The Wisconsin Business AnswerLine provides free information to small business owners and their staff in the state of Wisconsin on a wide variety of business topics. AnswerLine staff have access to an extensive document library, phone and web resources and often field calls about starting a business, business planning, permits and licensing, insurance, legal entity types and business financing topics. These resources can also be e-mailed to the caller to answer their questions quickly and efficiently. The AnswerLine is available from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Call: 800-940-7232. Or use this secure online form: https://secure.wisconsinsbdc.org/busanswer/
WEDC’s Minority Business Development program is designed to generate and foster the growth of minority businesses in the State of Wisconsin. The WEDC provides consultation and services to minority business owners, entrepreneurs, and resource organizations. Marketplace and the Governor’s Conference on Minority Business Development are held annually. This is the state’s premier event for Minority Business Enterprises to share ideas to generate and foster the growth of minority businesses. Learn more at www.MarketplaceWisconsin.com
WEDC’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation makes early stage investments in entrepreneurs and technology-based companies and by investing in partners who provide entrepreneurship support services. Such support includes investment tax credits and technology development financing.
Please contact us only if you are company seeking early-stage investment. Please direct all other business start-up inquires to the Wisconsin Business AnswerLine.
Contact Us
WISCONSIN BUSINESS ANSWERLINE
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
800-940-7232
Or use this secure online form: https://secure.wisconsinsbdc.org/busanswer/
MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONTACT
Seyoum Mengesha 608-210-6880 Seyoum.Mengesha@wedc.org
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION CONTACTS
For initial inquiries: Aaron Hagar 608-210-6825 Aaron.Hagar@wedc.org
Chris Schiffner 608-210-6839 Chris.Schiffner@wedc.org