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Forward Fest

2026 Forward Fest Preview

The 16th annual Forward Festival takes place Aug. 17-21 and features more than 50 events across the Madison area, providing opportunities for entrepreneurs, innovators and business leaders to connect, learn…

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The Week Ahead Aug. 10, 2026

Professional Development, Workshops 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, August 10 Online – SCORE: AI for Small Business: Cut Through the Confusion and Get Started with AI Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 11 Online…

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Next Associated Bank Veterans Cohort Open

Applications are open until Wednesday, Aug. 12 for the next Associated Bank Veterans Cohort by StartingBlock, the organization announced recently. The free eight-week accelerator will guide veterans and/or their immediate…

Pressure Chamber

2026 Pressure Chamber Finalists Announced

The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce announced today the finalists for its annual Pressure Chamber pitch contest, to be held Tuesday, Aug. 20 at The Sylvee as part of Forward…

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The Week Ahead Aug. 3, 2026

Presentations, Pitches 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, August 5 at StartingBlock – 1 Million Cups: Weekly Meeting Professional Development, Workshops Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 4 Online – SCORE: Using Due Diligence To…

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The Week Ahead July 27, 2026

Professional Development, Workshops Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 28 Online – SCORE: 5 Marketing Tactics That Worked in the First 5 Years of Business 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 28 Online –…

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The Week Ahead July 20, 2026

Professional Development, Workshops 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, July 21 Online – CTC: From Ideas to Products 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 22 Online – SCORE: Learn About Storytelling & How To…

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The Week Ahead July 13, 2026

Presentations, Pitches 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 15 at StartingBlock – StartingBlock’s Her Network with Katy Ripp Professional Development, Workshops Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14 Online – SCORE: This Business Worth…

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The Week Ahead July 6, 2026

Professional Development, Workshops Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 Online – SCORE: Building the Digital Brand of YOU! 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7 Online – SCORE: Insurance and Bonding Basics &…

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The Week Ahead June 29, 2026

Presentations, Pitches 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 at University Research Park – Tech Council Luncheon: State of Broadband in Wisconsin 9-10 a.m. Wednesday, July 1 at StartingBlock – 1…