MadREP to Host Bootcamp for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs

by Taylor Kennedy

Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP) is partnering with Lightship Foundation to host a three-day bootcamp for underrepresented entrepreneurs Sept. 19-21 at the Madison College Goodman South Campus, the organization announced recently.

“Equitability, accessibility and inclusivity (are) sewn into the very fabric of everything we do,” MadREP CEO Jason M. Fields said in a statement. “Lightship Foundation’s Bootcamp, powered by the American Family Institute, is the perfect opportunity to expand economic equity across our region and formally launch our Bridge Wisconsin initiative.”

According to a release, the bootcamp will include mentorship, specialized curriculum and networking for underrepresented entrepreneurs seeking to grow their businesses within South Central Wisconsin.

Consumer product goods, e-commerce, sustainability, artificial intelligence and healthcare-focused early-stage companies are encouraged to apply.

Applications can be found here.