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2021 Forward Festival Preview

The 12th annual Forward Festival will take place Aug. 12-19 with a mix of in-person and virtual events around the Madison area. This year’s festival includes more than 60 events,…

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The Week Ahead Aug. 9, 2021

Professional Development, Workshops 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10 Online — WWBIC: What Would WWBIC Do? Conferences, Festivals, Expos Thursday, Aug. 12 – Thursday, Aug. 19 Online/In-Person — Forward Festival Networking, Other…

2021 Pressure Chamber Finalists Announced

The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce announced the five finalists for its annual Pressure Chamber pitch contest, to be held at the Majestic Theatre from 3-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 18…

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The Week Ahead Aug. 2, 2021

Pitches, Presentations Noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3 Online — DreamBank: How to Maximize Your Support Staff 3-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 3 at Serendipity Labs — Wisconsin Technology Council: Learn more about the…

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The Week Ahead July 26, 2021

Professional Development, Workshops 1:30-4 p.m. July 26-28 Online — University of Wisconsin School of Business – Small Business Development Center: Communication & Delegation Skills 1-2 p.m. Thursday, July 29 Online — WWBIC: Cashflow,…

2021 WIA Finalists Announced

Twenty-nine companies and nonprofit organizations have been named the finalists for the 2021 Wisconsin Innovation Awards, organizers announced recently. According to a release, the finalists were selected by a panel…

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The Week Ahead July 19, 2021

Pitches, Presentations Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 20 Online — DreamBank: Ace Your Next Salary Negotiation 8-9 a.m. Thursday, July 22 Online — WWBIC: Cup of Joe 4-5 p.m. Thursday, July 22…

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WEDC Awards Urban League $400K Grant

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has awarded the Urban League of Greater Madison a $400,000 Capital Catalyst grant to help the organization launch its Black Business Hub Accelerator Fund,…

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The Week Ahead July 12, 2021

Pitches, Presentations Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 13 Online — DreamBank: Brand vs. Commodity with DP Knudten Noon-1 p.m. Tuesday, July 13 Online — StartingBlock Madison: Innovate Series: Fusion Technologies Noon-1:15 p.m. Thursday,…

Apps Open for 2021 Startup Showcase

Applications are now being accepted until July 23 for the ninth annual Startup Showcase, which will take place Aug. 19 at Garver Feed Mill as part of Forward Festival, organizers…