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This toolkit provides suggested copy for several social media posts and accompanying graphics you can use for your social channels to help you network and drive attendees to the 45th MARKETPLACE Wisconsin, the Governor’s Marketplace Conference. The event will be held on Dec. 9-10 at Baird Center in Milwaukee, and virtual sessions for The Contracting Academy (TCA) will be held on Dec. 8. 

Primary URL: Marketplacewisconsin.com  

Event Hashtag: #MarketplaceWI 

Event Dates: 

Dec. 8: Virtual (The Contracting Academy)
Dec. 9-10: In Milwaukee at The Baird Center (MARKETPLACE Wisconsin) 

Registration Open Messaging

Social Post Status: Registration open

Registration is now open for the Governor’s Marketplace Conference. This year’s event begins with The Contracting Academy (TCA) on Dec. 8. You can then join us on Dec. 9-10 at Baird Center in Milwaukee.

You will have the chance to have one-on-one meetings with government and private-sector buyers interested in your products or services. You will also have the chance to network with other business professionals and grow your network.

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. 8 virtually for The Contracting Academy or in Milwaukee on Dec. 9-10 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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The photo shows two people attending a buyer's meeting at Marketplace Wisconsin. The social media copy promotes the event for 2026 in Milwaukee.

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Attention procurement-ready businesses—are you ready to take the next step?

#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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The photo shows three people attending a buyer's meeting at Marketplace Wisconsin. The social media copy promotes the event for 2026 in Milwaukee.

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The photo shows three people attending a buyer's meeting at Marketplace Wisconsin. The social media copy promotes the event for 2026 in Milwaukee.

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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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The photo shows four individuals having a conversation at Marketplace Wisconsin. The promo image highlights the opportunity to network with other business professionals at the conference. This image shows two individuals participating in a buyers meeting at Marketplace Wisconsin.

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The photo shows four individuals having a conversation at Marketplace Wisconsin. The promo image highlights the opportunity to network with other business professionals at the conference.

The photo shows four individuals participating in a panel at Marketplace Wisconsin. The image promotes industry roundtables and discussions at the event.The photo shows two individuals participating in buyer's meetings at Marketplace Wisconsin.

Sample Email Invite

Email Invite

Subject: You Are Invited! 

Preheader: Business owners have an amazing networking and sales opportunity. 

Email body: Registration is open for the 45th Annual MARKETPLACE Wisconsin. The Governor’s Marketplace Conference 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 8, 2026 – Virtual
The Contracting Academy (TCA)

December 9-10, 2026 – In-person
The Baird Center, Milwaukee 

Visit the event website for more information and to register to attend. Onsite registration is not available.