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SUMMARY:35th Annual Milwaukee Night in Washington D.C
DESCRIPTION:This event highlights the contributions of the Milwaukee Region to the economic strength and vitality of the nation. Milwaukee Night also provides an opportunity to thank the legislators\, staff members and administrators who help us achieve our goal of making the Milwaukee Region a world-class location. \nPlease note:  The time of the event is 5:30 PM – 7:30PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/35th-annual-milwaukee-night-in-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:Union Station – East Hall\, Union Station Dr NE\, Washington D.C.\, 20002
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="MMAC":MAILTO:info@mmac.org
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SUMMARY:CTC's SBIR Advance Showcase!
DESCRIPTION:RSVP to join this special event celebrating 10 years of SBIR Advance — a milestone made possible by partners like you! \nJoin us for a dynamic day of networking\, knowledge sharing\, and strategic connections with SBIR Advance awardees and fellow VCs and industry leaders. \nFor the past decade\, SBIR Advance has been a cornerstone of Wisconsin’s innovation ecosystem—providing critical funding\, mentorship\, and commercialization support to over 100 high-potential startups. These companies\, backed by federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awards and enhanced by SBIR Advance\, are now solving real-world problems across biotech\, manufacturing\, software\, and more! \nThis event is designed to elevate awardee visibility\, spark new partnerships\, and open doors to future funding and collaboration. \n📍 Location: WEDC @ The Hub\, 2352 S. Park St.\, Suite 303\, Madison\, WI 53713 \n📅 Date: September 11\, 2025 \n🕘 Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM \nWhat to Expect: \n\nAwardee Spotlights & Pitches – Share their journey and showcase their tech\nVC & Industry Networking – Speed-dating style sessions with curated contacts\nStrategic Exposure – Connect with potential investors\, partners\, and customers\nCelebration – Reflect on a decade of impact and innovation with the SBIR Advance community\n\nThis is more than a celebration — it’s a launchpad for your next big opportunity. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ctcs-sbir-advance-showcase/
LOCATION:WEDC @ The HUB\, 2352 S. Park Street\, Madison\, WI\, 53713
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Technology Commercialization":MAILTO:wisconsinctc@uwex.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000
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SUMMARY:128th Air Refueling Wing Open House
DESCRIPTION:The 128th Air Refueling Wing will host a two-day open house September 13 and 14\, 2025\, at General Mitchell Air National Guard Base\, located on the east side of international airport at Pennsylvania and Grange. The last open house was in 2012\, so be sure to take advantage of this special opportunity. This event is open to the public and guests will get the opportunity to tour static display aircraft\, view a variety of military equipment\, interact with Airmen and their families\, enjoy several exhibitions from select military and civilian agencies\, and purchase food and military swag. \nThis is a static display event that offers a chance to get an up close look at the greatest military air power in the world. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/128th-air-refueling-wing-open-house/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:General Mitchell Air National Guard Base\, 1919 E. Grange Ave\, Milwaukee\, 53207\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T100000
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SUMMARY:128th Air Refueling Wing Open House
DESCRIPTION:The 128th Air Refueling Wing will host a two-day open house September 13 and 14\, 2025\, at General Mitchell Air National Guard Base\, located on the east side of international airport at Pennsylvania and Grange. The last open house was in 2012\, so be sure to take advantage of this special opportunity. This event is open to the public and guests will get the opportunity to tour static display aircraft\, view a variety of military equipment\, interact with Airmen and their families\, enjoy several exhibitions from select military and civilian agencies\, and purchase food and military swag. \nThis is a static display event that offers a chance to get an up close look at the greatest military air power in the world. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/128th-air-refueling-wing-open-house/2025-09-14/
LOCATION:General Mitchell Air National Guard Base\, 1919 E. Grange Ave\, Milwaukee\, 53207\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events
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SUMMARY:2025 Manufacturing x Digital Annual Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 16th and 17th at MxD for a two-day immersive event focused on the forefront of continuous improvement in manufacturing. This event will gather industry leaders\, technical experts\, government partners\, including the Dept. of Defense\, and practitioners to explore critical themes in digital manufacturing\, including practical applications\, cybersecurity\, workforce development\, and emerging technologies. \nBoth days of the summit are open to members and non-members. Through a blend of interactive sessions\, hands-on workshops\, factory floor tours\, and keynote presentations\, attendees will gain actionable insights to drive digital advancements in their organizations and across the manufacturing sector. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2025-manufacturing-x-digital-annual-summit/
LOCATION:MxD Headquarters\, 1415 N Cherry Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60642\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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SUMMARY:2025 WEDA Fall Best Practices Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 WEDA Best Practices Conference will be held Sept. 24-26\, in beautiful Oshkosh\, Wisconsin. The Oshkosh Waterfront Hotel\, in the heart of downtown\, is our host. Amazing restaurants and pubs\, all within walking distance\, will make this a great city to explore! \nThe upcoming conference will provide attendees with an opportunity to dive into the fundamentals of economic development and the leading issues of the day\, including technology advancements\, entrepreneurship\, talent attraction; business expansion and retention; and redevelopment and revitalization opportunities. \nIn addition to a wealth of networking opportunities\, dynamic speakers\, and continuing education credit certifications (EDFP\, CEcD and AICP)\, the Best Practices Conference will include the Community and Economic Development Awards (CEDA). The CEDA Awards program recognizes and celebrates exceptional projects\, programs\, and businesses that drive economic growth in Wisconsin. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the 2025 Fall Best Practices Conference. Come for the conference and take in the beauty of East-Central Wisconsin! \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2025-weda-fall-best-practices-conference/
LOCATION:Oshkosh Convention Center\, 2 North Main Street\, Oshkosh\, WI\, 54901\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Economic Development Association":MAILTO:WEDA@WEDA.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T133000
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Latino 10th Economic Unsummit
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 25th and 26th for an exciting event! This will be our first ever 2 day Unsummit with special reception and our first-ever Economic Inclusion Awards Ceremony\, honoring leaders advancing equity in both the public and private sectors. Doors will open on the 25th at 4:00 PM and again on the 26th at 8:00 AM. You can register for both days or choose a single day to attend. No refunds for cancellations after registration. Substitutions allowed. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-latino-10th-economic-unsummit/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Milwaukee South\, 6401 S 13th Street\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53221\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T180000
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing & Productivity: Wisconsin Manufacturing Report (WMR) for 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing & Productivity again commissioned the Wisconsin Manufacturing Report (WMR) for 2025. The WMR is a comprehensive manufacturing report based on over 400 interviews and five focus groups conducted across the state. The report is made possible in part by WMR sponsors First Business Bank\, Top Floor\, and Chortek. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 Manufacturer Focus Groups\nWisconsin manufacturers participated in one of five focus groups across the state in September. These small group discussions offered manufacturers the opportunity to share their experiences and provide important context to the 2025 WMR poll results. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 WMR Readout Events\nWe are excited to kick off Manufacturing Month in Wisconsin with the release of the fifth annual Wisconsin Manufacturing Report\, and we will continue the celebration through the rest of the month! We hope you can join us to hear the study findings and celebrate Wisconsin manufacturing. \nSeptember 29\, 2025 – Brookfield\nBrookfield Conference Center – 325 South Moorland Rd\, Brookfield \nSeptember 30\, 2025 – Green Bay\nTitletownTech – 1025 Lombardi Ave\, Green Bay \nOctober 7\, 2025 – Menomonie\nUW-Stout – Memorial Student Center\, Menomonie \nTo read more and register\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-center-for-manufacturing-productivity-wisconsin-manufacturing-report-wmr-for-2025/
LOCATION:Brookfield Conference Center\, 325 S Moorland Rd\, Brookfield\, WI\, 53005\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,WPI Partner Events
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing & Productivity: Wisconsin Manufacturing Report (WMR) for 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing & Productivity again commissioned the Wisconsin Manufacturing Report (WMR) for 2025. The WMR is a comprehensive manufacturing report based on over 400 interviews and five focus groups conducted across the state. The report is made possible in part by WMR sponsors First Business Bank\, Top Floor\, and Chortek. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 Manufacturer Focus Groups\nWisconsin manufacturers participated in one of five focus groups across the state in September. These small group discussions offered manufacturers the opportunity to share their experiences and provide important context to the 2025 WMR poll results. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 WMR Readout Events\nWe are excited to kick off Manufacturing Month in Wisconsin with the release of the fifth annual Wisconsin Manufacturing Report\, and we will continue the celebration through the rest of the month! We hope you can join us to hear the study findings and celebrate Wisconsin manufacturing. \nSeptember 29\, 2025 – Brookfield\nBrookfield Conference Center – 325 South Moorland Rd\, Brookfield \nSeptember 30\, 2025 – Green Bay\nTitletownTech – 1025 Lombardi Ave\, Green Bay \nOctober 7\, 2025 – Menomonie\nUW-Stout – Memorial Student Center\, Menomonie \nTo read more and register\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-center-for-manufacturing-productivity-wisconsin-manufacturing-report-wmr-for-2025-2/
LOCATION:Titletown Tech\, 1025 Lombardi Avenue\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54304\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In State,WPI Partner Events
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