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This toolkit provides suggested copy for several social media posts you can use for your social channels to help you network and drive attendees to the 44th MARKETPLACE WISCONSIN, the Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development. The event will be held on Dec. 10 – 11 at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, and virtual sessions for The Contracting Academy will be held on Dec. 9. 

Primary URL: Marketplacewisconsin.com  

Event Hashtag: #MarketplaceWI 

Event Dates: 

Dec. 9: Virtual (The Contracting Academy)
Dec. 10-11:  In Milwaukee at The Baird Center (MARKETPLACE Wisconsin) 

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Registration is now open for #MarketplaceWI—the Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with business professionals and government representatives to form new partnerships.

Register here: https://marketplacewisconsin.com 

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Now is the perfect time to register for Marketplace Wisconsin! If you want to find new ways to grow your business, then this is the event for you! You can join us on Dec. 9 virtually or in Milwaukee on Dec. 10-11 for a chance to connect with resources to help form new partnerships.

We look forward to seeing you at #MarketplaceWI! www.marketplacewisconsin.com

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Small business owners — are you procurement-ready?

#MarketplaceWI gives you direct access to buyers from state, corporate, and municipal organizations. Do not miss your chance to connect and take your business to the next level!

Register here: https://marketplacewisconsin.com 

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Are you looking to take your business to the next level? Then join us in Milwaukee in December!

At #MarketplaceWI, you will gain the knowledge, connections, and access to buyers your business needs to thrive.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with buyers, connect with other business professionals, and gain important knowledge from industry roundtables and educational sessions.

Register here: https://marketplacewisconsin.com 

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Sample Email Invite

Email Invite

Subject: You Are Invited! 

Preheader: Small business owners have an amazing networking and sales opportunity 

Email body:Registration is open for the 44th Annual MARKETPLACE Wisconsin. The Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development connects business owners from across Wisconsin looking to do business with state, federal, and local governments as well as the private sector. 

MARKETPLACE provides a chance for business owners to learn from and connect with resource providers, government representatives, corporate buyers, and business professionals. 

Why attend MARKETPLACE? 

  • Business owners can meet with dozens of government and corporate buyers and learn about business funding and assistance resources. 
  • Corporate buyers can meet business owners who are eager to work with you. 
  • Government agency representatives can share business opportunities with potential suppliers. 
  • Lenders and business assistance providers can promote their offerings. 
  • Attendees of all types can partake in the networking opportunities and awards celebration. 

When:
December 9, 2025 – Virtual
The Contracting Academy (TCA)

December 10-11, 2025 – In-person
The Baird Center, Milwaukee 

Visit the event website for more information and to register to attend.