Fond du Lac's only poke restaurant relocates to recently closed nutrition space with plans to grow
FOND DU LAC REPORTER
FOND DU LAC – Have you tried poke in Fond du Lac yet? An opportunity has just opened up downtown.
Hang 10 Poke moved earlier this month from the Exxon gas station on South Main Street to the former En.courage Nutrition space, 74 S. Main St., Suite 104.
Owner Kean O'Brien started the poke business in 2021 at the Fond du Lac Farmers Market, offering fresh and customizable poke bowls featuring proteins like tuna, crab, ponzu salmon and avocado, with a variety of toppings.
Poke, which originated in Hawaii, is traditionally made of cubed raw tuna with sea salt and kukui nuts, but has evolved to incorporate ingredients from other cultures like Japan and Korea, O'Brien said....
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Plymouth startup AntiMussel is tackling Lake Michigan's zebra mussel problem
MILWAUKEE BIZ TIMES
Wisconsinites who enjoy spending their time on Lake Michigan are no stranger to zebra mussels – an invasive creature that’s not only made its home within the vast body of water, but often congregates on boats and other surfaces.
Army veteran Tyler Rezachek is one such Wisconsinite. His frustration with constantly having to clean mussels off of his boat led him to identify a problem that was the catalyst for the creation of his startup AntiMussel.
Rezachek truly began relying on his entrepreneurial side after joining the Army in 2008 and serving over four years as a Chinook helicopter mechanic. His transition to civilian life was less than smooth.....
How a Two Rivers native has built a thriving wind energy company amid challenges like COVID-19 and inflation
MANITOWOC HERALD TIMES REPORTER
TWO RIVERS - Ian Sleger found his calling blowin’ in the wind.
The Two Rivers native owns All Energy Management, 4711 Woodland Drive, Two Rivers. The business manufactures, installs and maintains wind turbines, which turn wind energy into electricity.
Sleger established the business in 2016, providing turbines to farmers, business and large residential homes. All Energy has expanded to include several employees and has moved from its downtown Two Rivers site to Woodland Drive....
Devour WI brings 'whole new food experience' to Plymouth
SHEBOYGAN SUN
PLYMOUTH – The new year is going to bring some exciting new flavors to local eaters when Devour WI opens its restaurant at 1611 Eastern Ave. in Plymouth in January. Devour WI, which has already garnered rave reviews from locals through its catering, will officially open its new restaurant the second week of January. The eatery will feature an eclectic menu that offers unique takes on comfort food and other favorites. When asked to describe the menu at Devour WI, chef and owner Dennis Erdly replied: “We’re different. We’re a whole new food experience. The food we prepare is nothing like what everyone else around here is doing.”...
A new art studio is open in downtown Appleton and it's fostering kids' creativity
APPLETON POST-CRESCENT
APPLETON - In 1989, a surprising friendship changed Karen Ebben's life. Now, she's the owner of a new downtown art studio. Roughly four years ago, Ebben, a life-long art teacher, decided she wanted to encourage kids to create outside school and founded Hazelmade. At the time, it was a summer and weekend program she held at her house where kids could come and learn more about art....
Living the stream: LiveX builds its best life in Green Bay
INSIGHT PUBLICATIONS
LiveX co-founder Corey Behnke believes in the power of “lifestyle savings.”
“Lifestyle savings to me is the idea that I can do something at a very high level, but also live a ‘normal’ life,” says Behnke, who founded his livestreaming services and technology company in New York City in 2014.
The concept of lifestyle savings was a motivating factor in Behnke’s decision to expand LiveX with a second location in his hometown of Green Bay — where real estate and talent are affordable — rather than in New York.
Today Behnke operates both LiveX locations from his full-time home in Titletown, but his life is hardly normal.....
Women entrepreneurs supporting women entrepreneurs
THE BUSINESS NEWS
GREEN BAY – Though Jennifer Nowicki – founder and owner of Cultivate Taste Tea Salon on Broadway in Green Bay – said she has always considered herself an entrepreneur, it wasn’t something she always believed she could do long term.
“I did the lemonade stands several times as a child, but it wasn't until my mid- to late-20s I thought I would try being an entrepreneur,” she said.
Nowicki said a lot has changed since her childhood dreams of business ownership...
Wisconsin Startup Coalition membership now free for Wisconsin startups
WISCONSIN STARTUP COALITION
Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, a small group of entrepreneurs, venture investors, community builders, and policy advocates began a conversation centered around the question “why isn’t Wisconsin performing better in national rankings for startup activity?”
What emerged was the vision for a new organization driven by early-stage startup founders and focused on how to improve the regulatory environment for founders and their companies. WSC’s Board of Directors set a goal of doubling the number of “first fundings” in Wisconsin by 2026....
Sheboygan County launches new seed accelerator programINSIGHT PUBLICATIONS The Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC) has launched the Sheboygan County Accelerator for Learning Entrepreneurship (SCALE), a new partnership with Lakeland University sponsored by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). SCALE invests in up to six pre- or early-revenue startups per cohort, per year. This program is free to the selected applicants, and each applicant will receive a technical assistance grant for a total of $10,000. $5,000 will be available for distribution after the first week of the program, and the remainder of $5,000 will become available upon completion of the 10-week course schedule... Read More 9>
Gents Ripon adds a dapper touch to downtownINSIGHT PUBLICATIONS There is a feeling of energy and enthusiasm in Ripon among its small business community. The recently opened Gents Ripon is the newest addition to what has become a vibrant retail atmosphere on Watson Street downtown. A cooperative of three businesses — Stitch and Awl, Popsicle Money and Brutal Barber on Watson — formed Gents to fill the regional void in accessories, services, home décor, vintage vinyl and fine art, with a masculine and unisex edge. The business is operated by Dan Monday, married couple Joe and Denise Hargreaves and Elizabeth Napier.... Read More 10>
Different passions, same boat: Five women entrepreneurs set up shop in Little Chute's Main Street PlazaTHE BUSINESS NEWSLITTLE CHUTE – Opening a new business can be an exciting and nerve-wracking experience – full of unknowns. Having the support of others going through the exact same thing, at the exact same time in the exact place could provide a great support system. Just ask the five women entrepreneurs in Little Chute who opened their respective stores in the Main Street Plaza within weeks of each other:... Read More 11>
Farm-to-table approach serves 'Stubborn Brothers' well: Shawano brewery raises its own beef for restaurant, hops for brewingTHE BUSINESS NEWSSHAWANO – With one brother thinking opening a brewery was a good idea and the other not so sure, two Shawano siblings – Aaron and Erik Gilling – have found a way to make it work. “I was the one who never really wanted to open a brewery,” Aaron said. “A brewery requires tireless work and effort, and you have to wait almost a month to find out if your brew is successful. If your brew fails, you start over again and throw your hard work down the drain.”.... Read More 12>
It's the climb: Odyssey comes to AshwaubenonPRESS TIMESASHWAUBENON -- The new year is bringing a new indoor climbing gym to the Green Bay area. Co-owners Ben Ganther and Sam Howard are preparing to open Odyssey Climbing and Fitness in early 2023. Odyssey will be the area’s first indoor climbing gym and house the tallest indoor climbing wall in the state. The 47-foot-tall climbing wall has routes set up for auto-belaying, top rope climbing and lead climbing which will be changed up on a regular basis so there’s always something new to climb. In addition to the traditional climbing wall, Odyssey also has a bouldering wall, traditional fitness equipment and space to hold programs, classes and other events.... Read More 13>
Entrepreneurial Training Program – Spring 2023 - Door County
DOOR COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP (DCEDC)
DOOR COUNTY -- The Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) is hosting an 8-week Entrepreneurial Training Program facilitated by UW-Green Bay’s Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC).
A $150 sponsorship provided by Associated Bank, Bank of Luxemburg and Nicolet Bank we be available to 20 participants. The participant will only pay $100 payable upon registration. Included in this course is a $750 grant provided by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) with the completion of a workbook or business plan. You must register online as well as apply for the WEDC grant to be fully registered for this course... Read More 14>
Governor's Business Plan Contest open for 2023 entries through Jan. 31, 2023
WISCONSIN TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL
The 20th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is accepting entries online for the 2023 competition until 11:59 p.m. Monday, Jan. 31, 2023.
The Wisconsin Technology Council produces the contest to encourage entrepreneurs statewide in the startup stages of tech-based businesses. It links up-and-coming entrepreneurs with a statewide network of community resources, expert advice and mentoring, management talent and possible sources of capital... Read More 15> | 
