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Investment in early-stage Wisconsin companies reached an all-time high in 2019, report finds

Investment in early-stage Wisconsin companies reached an all-time high in 2019, report finds

The Wisconsin Tech Council’s annual investing report highlights the growing commitment to Wisconsin’s early-stage companies and looks ahead to the post-COVID recovery. Read More

Elizabeth Geib2020-08-04T16:26:01-05:00August 4, 2020|Entrepreneur Resources and Programs, Launch Blog|

GrocerKey scales up quickly in response to COVID-19

GrocerKey scales up quickly in response to COVID-19

For the Madison-based company that helps grocers offer online ordering, the pandemic brought disruption—but also opportunity. Read More

Elizabeth Geib2020-07-13T16:27:24-05:00July 13, 2020|Blog Post, Featured Companies and Awards, Focus Forward Updates, Launch Blog|

Applications now open for joint U.S.-Israel agricultural research grants

Applications now open for joint U.S.-Israel agricultural research grants

The U.S.-Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund is seeking grant proposals; applications are due Sept. 15. Read More

Elizabeth Geib2020-07-09T16:33:34-05:00July 9, 2020|Blog Post, Entrepreneur Resources and Programs, Launch Blog|

Resiliency of Wisconsin dairy farmers on display at Darlington’s Lucky Cow Gelato

Resiliency of Wisconsin dairy farmers on display at Darlington’s Lucky Cow Gelato

In Wisconsin, innovation isn’t limited to technology. Read how McComish Family Farms is diversifying and dealing with COVID-19 all at the same time. Read More

Elizabeth Geib2020-06-25T17:28:01-05:00June 25, 2020|Featured Companies and Awards, Launch Blog|

Milky Way Tech Hub planned for Milwaukee’s Sherman Park neighborhood

Milky Way Tech Hub planned for Milwaukee’s Sherman Park neighborhood

With a new tech hub planned just blocks from the small business startups in the Sherman Phoenix building, the Sherman Park neighborhood is proving to be fertile ground for Milwaukee entrepreneurs. Read More

Elizabeth Geib2020-06-10T14:42:09-05:00June 10, 2020|Blog Post, Entrepreneur Resources and Programs, Launch Blog|

The Blueprint accelerator launches fifth cohort of tech entrepreneurs

The Blueprint accelerator launches fifth cohort of tech entrepreneurs

The Milwaukee-based accelerator aims to be a hub for information, resources and capital for urban entrepreneurs. Read More

Jake Mieske2020-06-10T11:56:19-05:00June 4, 2020|Launch Blog|

Eau Claire SaaS firm helps the home care industry adapt to COVID-19

Eau Claire SaaS firm helps the home care industry adapt to COVID-19

When COVID-19 hit, SMARTcare Software was ready to support the home health care sector with a suite of tools designed to keep caregivers and patients healthy. Read More

Jake Mieske2020-06-10T11:46:57-05:00May 29, 2020|Focus Forward Updates, Launch Blog|

Finalists for the Governor’s Business Plan Contest announced

Finalists for the Governor’s Business Plan Contest announced

Advancing to the final round of the Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest are 28 entries representing the strength and resiliency of the state’s entrepreneurial culture. Read More

Jake Mieske2020-06-10T11:50:02-05:00May 22, 2020|Launch Blog|

Wisconsin’s artists step up to inspire their communities during a challenging time

Wisconsin’s artists step up to inspire their communities during a challenging time

Despite shows being canceled and galleries closed, arts groups around the state are finding new ways to interact with—and be a source of strength for—their communities. Read More

Jake Mieske2020-06-10T11:46:15-05:00May 22, 2020|Focus Forward Updates, Launch Blog|

Red Letter relief fund created to address funding gaps

Red Letter relief fund created to address funding gaps

A pivot from startup funding to offering relief to women-owned businesses throughout a 10-county region of western Wisconsin helps Red Letter Grant prioritize minority business owners during COVID-19. Read More

Jake Mieske2020-06-10T11:45:10-05:00May 15, 2020|Launch Blog|