Wisconsin Technology Council: From 25 communities statewide, 49 entries advance in 2023 Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest
WIS BUSINESS
MADISON – Forty-nine entries from 25 different municipalities have advanced to the semi-final round of the 20th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest, contest producers announced.
Contestants emerged in first-round competition involving an independent panel of about 70 judges organized through the Wisconsin Technology Council and its programs, the Tech Council Innovation Network and the Tech Council Investor Networks.
The semi-finalists are spread among four broad categories: advanced manufacturing (11), business services (13), information technology (15) and life sciences (10). Within those broad categories, plans range from green building materials to workforce solutions, and from medical innovation to software for security, management, education and more....
Sweet Jules Bakes officially opens shop in the Fox Valley
WFRV
OSHKOSH – Residents and visitors to the Fox Valley will now have another option for baked goods as a new bakery held its grand opening on Thursday.
Sweet Jules Bakes, which specializes in scratch-baked goods, including gluten-free, vegan, and other specialties, opened its doors to the Oshkosh community.
According to the bakery’s website, they sell custom cakes and cupcakes, scones, biscotti, muffins, cheesecakes, and much more....
HUBZones aim to benefit small businesses: HUBZones could be pivotal asset to entrepreneurs around the state
THE BUSINESS NEWS
WISCONSIN – For small business owners, operating competitively through a fluctuating economy can be a challenge for a multitude of reasons. To help in these endeavors, entrepreneurs in Marinette County now have more opportunities for growth, as well as the ability to market their businesses to federal buyers through the HUBZone program. Maintained by the Small Business Association (SBA), Historically Underutilized Business Zones — also referred to as HUBZones — give preferential consideration to qualifying small businesses in open competition...
Restorative eatery promotes clean, healing life through food: The Farmacy opens off West Mason Street, next to The Wellness Way on Green Bay's far west side
THE BUSINESS NEWS
GREEN BAY – Healthy, fresh eats don’t have to be inaccessible or monotonous. Lauren Posa, chef and restaurant manager of The Farmacy (2515 W. Mason St.), is working to prove that. The idea to open a restorative eatery in Green Bay, Posa said, was sparked through the collaboration of her and Dr. Patrick Flynn from The Wellness Way, which is located next door to The Farmacy. Though the connection between The Wellness Way and the Farmacy is professional today, Posa said it started out personal. ..
4 ways startups find unexpected opportunities in Wisconsin
ENTREPRENEUR
When starting a business, having a great idea is just the beginning of the process. To bring that idea to life, you need to find market fit, consider funding or financing, and perhaps most importantly, to decide where you'll set up operations to ensure that your business can thrive. Take it from Alex Tyink, who moved back home to Wisconsin to start Fork Farms, a Green Bay-based business that created indoor, hydroponic technology allowing people and communities to participate in the fresh, local food movement. The idea for Fork Farms was hatched in New York City, where Tyink had been drifting between art performance gigs. In Brooklyn, he discovered a rooftop farm and became fascinated. He began volunteering at the farm and learning how to grow vegetables....
Copper Cock Tavern opens in historic building and former barber shop
NBC 26
FOND DU LAC — The idea for Copper Cock Tavern all started in the 80s, when Vince Kuber found a property from 1873. At the time of the discovery, the property was a barbershop owned by a friend, on North Main Street in Fond du Lac. “I had asked him for decades about purchasing the building. Of course, he didn't want to part with it,” Kuber said. About a year and a half ago, the owner told Vince and Bekki Kuber that they could purchase the building. But he passed away the weekend after they spoke...
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