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Madison’s Ranking Rises in StartupBlink Report

Madison improved its rank in StartupBlink’s 2020 Global Rankings Report, the company announced today. According to the report, Madison ranks 98th in the world, jumping 26 spots from the 2019…

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Apps Open June 15 for WEDC Grant

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) will begin accepting online applications at 8 a.m. June 15 for the $75 million We’re All In Small Business Grant (WSBG) program, the organization…

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The Week Ahead June 1, 2020

**NOTE: Please check the status of events before virtually attending** Professional Development, Workshops Noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 2: Online – Dreambank: Seven Keys for LinkedIn Success 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 2:…

Nine Teams Compete in Madison College Challenge

Nine Madison College teams presented virtually their business opportunities in the 8th annual Madison College Challenge, held Friday, May 22. Due to COVID-19, the Challenge was not held in person,…

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The Week Ahead May 25, 2020

**NOTE: Please check the status of events before virtually attending* Presentations, Pitches 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, May 27 Online – Doyenne Group: Evergreen Fund Q&A Professional Development, Workshops 9-11 a.m. Tuesday,…

Kevin Conroy to Receive ‘Seize the Day’ Award

The Wisconsin Technology Council announced recently that it will honor Kevin Conroy with the 17th annual Ken Hendricks Memorial “Seize the Day” award during the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference taking place…

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StartingBlock Names Grant Program Recipients

StartingBlock Madison announced recently that 22 members have received funds through its grant program, which was launched earlier this month. According to a release, the members receiving up to $2,500 each…

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The Week Ahead May 18, 2020

**NOTE: Please check the status of events before virtually attending** Presentations 11 a.m. – Noon Monday, May 18 Online – WWBIC: Covid-19 – What Can WWBIC Do for You? Professional…

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Grants Available for Ethnically Diverse Businesses

One thousand ethnically diverse micro-businesses that have suffered losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be eligible to receive grants of $2,000 each under the Ethnic Minority Emergency Grant Initiative,…

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The Week Ahead May 11, 2020

**NOTE: Please check the status of events before virtually attending** Presentations 11 a.m. – Noon Monday, May 11 Online – WEDC: Focus Forward Livestream 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, May 12 Online…