Calling all companies! Apply now for three chances to pitch at 2020 Early Stage Symposium Wisconsin Technology Council Applications are being accepted now from young companies that want to tell their stories to investors at our annual Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium #ESSWI, to be held Nov. 9-11 on a virtual platform.The 2020 format includes two pitch opportunities – the Tech Council Investor Networks track (five-minute presentations) and the popular Elevator Pitch Olympics – as well as “Investor Intros,” which will allow pre-selected companies brief, one-on-one meetings with targeted angel and venture investors. As a special offer to all applicants, we have partnered with AirDeck to build your presentation deck. AirDeck creates online narrated presentations for sales pitches, online courses and webinars. Its unique features include the ability to quickly customize presentations while adding voice or video narration. We encourage narration of your decks and sharing it with attendees during the conference. AirDeck presentations will be required for TCIN presentations and optional for other applicants. You may also include it as part of your executive summary; as a bonus, you’ll have an extended free trial through the conference. Instructions for how to apply for all or a mix of the investor presentation opportunities can be found at wisearlystage.com on the “ESS applications” tab.
Business Expansion & Development in the New North
Johnsonville expanding Sheboygan County operations with purchase of Wigwam Mills facility
Sheboygan Press
Johnsonville is expanding its operations in Sheboygan County.
According to a news release, Johnsonville purchased the 200,000-square-foot facility where sock maker Wigwam Mills has been manufacturing.
The sausage company will use the new space on Crocker Avenue to expand cooking innovations and increase production of its fully cooked sausage products, the release said.
With growth in that segment of the business over the last few years, Johnsonville said it is exceeding its current manufacturing capacity on its....
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Destination Kohler unveils Straits Chapel on Lake Michigan
WisBusiness
Destination Kohler announces the unveiling of Straits Chapel, a secluded non-denominational venue for hosting life’s celebrations, events and milestones.
Straits Chapel was created by Herb Kohler to offer guests a place surrounded by the beauty and serenity of nature embodying peace and light. The picturesque setting of Straits Chapel, complemented by its unusual modern design and proximity to Whistling Straits, will captivate guests looking to celebrate as well as seeking a place for tranquility and meditation.
Nestled in the woods on the edge of bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan, the design features a vaulted ceiling throughout, white steel exterior and interior, and six cascading bells above the...
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Economic Development Feature
Entrepreneurship grants available through WEDC
Insight On Business
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. has begun accepting applications from nonprofit and community-based organizations for a grant program designed to advance the statewide climate for entrepreneurship.
The Entrepreneurship Support Program provides financial assistance of between $10,000 and $100,000 for projects that promote entrepreneurship and provide Wisconsin startups with key resources including training, mentorship, business development and financial services.
Launched in 2016, the initiative has provided nearly $2 million in grants to 32 organizations statewide to help fund activities such as prototyping assistance, legal services and outreach to underserved entrepreneurs. Those grants have enabled organizations to provide services to....
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Packers Give Back COVID-19 Community Relief Fund distributes five more grants
FOX 11 News
Another round of COVID-19 grants have been distributed by the Green Bay Packers.
The five grants are the final ones that will be distributed to Brown County groups through the Packers Give Back COVID-19 Community Relief Fund.
They are:...
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