Startup accelerator gener8tor endures harrowing days as its bank, SVB, fails
WISCONSIN INNO
Gener8tor co-founder Troy Vosseller is accustomed to a certain amount of risk — his Wisconsin-based startup accelerator and venture capital firm has invested in more than 300 startups, employs more than 100 people nationwide and hosts conferences for thousands of attendees.
But when gener8tor opened a bank account with Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), which was the 16th-largest FDIC-insured bank in the U.S. before its swift shutdown Friday, Vosseller thought it was among the firm's least-risky moves.....
Registration closes today for 10th Annual Wisconsin Tech Summit at Lambeau Field on March 20th
WISCONSIN TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL
In addition to “speed dates” with 19 major firms, representatives of emerging companies in Wisconsin will hear from experts on a mix of topics as part of the 10th annual Wisconsin Tech Summit, which will take place March 20 in-person at Lambeau Field.
Online registration is open through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, March 15.
The Tech Summit is built around series of brief meetings, or “speed dates,” to foster communication and partnership. It is produced by the Wisconsin Technology Council....
Oshkosh has plenty of women-owned businesses to check out this Women's History Month (or any time)
OSHKOSH NORTHWESTERN
OSHKOSH – Linda Chang knew it'd be difficult to start her own nail salon, but she still set out to prove she could. Two years and a pandemic later, Chang is proud of how she's built The Finishing Touch Nails, 319 Market St., into a successful business. "To be a Hmong business owner, I'm super proud of myself," Chang said. "Generations nowadays are a little bit different; there are a lot more Hmong women being independent businesses owners. I would like to keep that going for my kids to see that."...
Gina Guth's The Flour Pot allows her to share her talent for making Belgian pies and other heritage pastries
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE
Gina Guth of Green Bay wants you to have fun in the kitchen. And her business, The Flour Pot, is dedicated to doing just that. Guth is no stranger to business ownership. Just two years after graduating from cosmetology school at age 18, she opened her first business, a hair salon in New Franken. That business thrived until marriage and motherhood led her back to her hometown of Brussels.. ..
Wisconsin's first Blo Blow Dry Bar debuting in Green Bay thanks to a former Packers cornerback
WFRV
GREEN BAY– A popular hairstyle salon is making its debut in Wisconsin with a little help from a former Packers cornerback. Blo Blow Dry Bar, North America’s original blow dry bar, has announced a signed agreement with Jarrett Bush to bring the franchise to the City of Green Bay, making it the first in the state.
While living in Chicago a few years ago, Bush walked past a blow dry bar and saw a woman walk out after her appointment who was beaming with confidence...
Wisconsin Technology Council: State efforts to boost venture capital topic of March 28 Tech Council luncheon
WISCONSIN TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL
MADISON – Young companies need capital to grow, create jobs and add value to the economy. Securing angel and venture capital is one way of obtaining that kind of startup money – but does Wisconsin have enough early stage capital to compete with its neighbors? Learn about two public-private funds – one recently authorized and a second proposed in Gov. Tony Evers’ biennial budget – by attending the Tuesday, March 28, Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison....
Here's how Wisconsin stacked up to other states for VC funding in 2022WISCONSIN INNO While Wisconsin startups raised fewer venture capital dollars last year compared with the record-setting year of 2021, the state was not alone in experiencing a decline in VC funding and it didn't fare as poorly as the nation as a whole. Wisconsin startups raised $526 million in 2022, down 11% compared with $592 million in 2021, according to a Wisconsin Inno analysis of data from Pitchbook, a firm that tracks venture funding totals across the country. Many other states also posted venture funding declines last year, with a few exceptions... Read More 7>
Hartman's bakery in Manitowoc celebrates grand re-openingWBAYMANITOWOC -- It’s their first day back after a fire burned down their building over the summer. And despite the snow, dozens of customers were making their way to the bakery. Hartman’s has been serving the community for over eight decades. The owner, Austin Rehrauer, says business has been great on their first day back. The past 48 hours have been nothing but baking to prepare for the re-opening. It comes after the fire last July forced all three of the bakery’s locations to close because the Manitowoc location is where all the baking is done.... Read More 8>
Two Rivers training studio focuses on more than just losing weight -- and more business newsHERALD TIMES REPORTER Howard Gleason wants to do something meaningful with his retirement. He wants to help others get fit and live their healthiest lives, a goal that’s important in his own life. Gleason opened Phenomenal Will Training, a training studio, at 1604 Washington St. in Two Rivers. He’s taking clients now with plans to open the studio full time when he retires from his job in probation and patrol. He wants to help folks lose weight, stay flexible, gain strength, improve balance or recover from an injury.... Read More 9>
Cottage food law change marks victory for small businessesTHE BUSINESS NEWSNORTHEAST WISCONSIN – Dianna Diehl has been making truffles for family and friends for more than 30 years. But, that was as far as it ever went. However, Diehl – co-owner of Adam’s Heirlooms – said a decision by the Wisconsin Circuit Court in December 2022, which eliminated a licensing requirement for people and businesses to sell nonhazardous homemade food directly to consumers, opened up new opportunities for her. Diehl said she didn’t hesitate to make her truffles available to customers through the already-established Adam’s Heirlooms, a farm-based business.... Read More 10>
Historic Ripon building new home to brewpub/event centerTHE BUSINESS NEWSRIPON – After sitting vacant for 15 years, the former American House in Ripon is finally being resurrected. The former assisted-living facility, located at 230 Watson St. in downtown Ripon, will soon be the new home of Knuth Brewing Company Brewpub & Event Center. Knuth Brewing – which has been owned and operated by David and Marie Knuth since 2015 – will relocate its operations across the street to the former American House location when renovations are completed.... Read More 11>
Tipsy Taco & Tequila Bar offers niche menu, vibeTHE BUSINESS NEWSAPPLETON – Running a Mexican restaurant is second nature to Sarah Gregory. She has owned and operated Sangria’s Mexican Grill in downtown Appleton for 12 years (and in Oshkosh before that), starting when she was just 21. So, when she opened the Tipsy Taco & Tequila Bar in December, Gregory said she had a strong sense of what kind of restaurant and bar she wanted it to be... Read More 12> | 
