To be rescheduled: Federal Contracting Opportunities for Rural Small Businesses

Learn how rural businesses can tap into federal contracting opportunities and benefit from special certifications like HUBZone & woman-owned. Hear success stories and practical advice from newly-certified northcentral Wisconsin businesses sharing their experiences with pursuing government contracts. Federal government contracting can open new doors for rural businesses — from expanding customer bases to creating steady […]

Satellite Office: Madison – hosted by FEED Kitchens

FEED Kitchens 1219 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison, WI, United States

WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the FEED Kitchens in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting. To view the upcoming schedule for Madison FEED Kitchens, please click here. To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

MxD Casting and Forging Industry Workshop

MxD Headquarters 1415 N Cherry Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

About the Event Identifying Pain Points and Challenges in the US Casting and Forging Industry MxD is developing a technology roadmap focused on how digital manufacturing technologies can benefit the Casting and Forging industry. The roadmap will examine critical phases in the lifecycle, including design, production, and supply chain, and will be informed through a […]

NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Webinar—Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information

Recently, NIST published a small business primer for NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-171, Revision 3, Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in Nonfederal Systems, to help small and medium-sized businesses understand and implement security requirements for protecting CUI. During this webinar, NIST will provide attendees with an overview of the new primer, including: A foundational overview of […]

WIHEDC 2nd Annual Economic Development Conference

Lake of the Torches Resort Casino 510 Old Abe Rd, Lac du Flambeau, WI, United States

The 2nd Annual Economic Development Conference event is a premier gathering of industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs and policymakers who are shaping the future of economic growth in our state. This Conference is Wisconsin's leading forum where housing experts, economic innovators, and policy makers gather to shape the future of housing and economic growth and strengthen […]

Acquisition Hour: Certification Programs for Women and Veteran Owned Businesses

Certification programs can open important doors for women-owned and veteran-owned businesses in the federal, state, and corporate contracting marketplace. These certifications help position businesses for set-aside opportunities, strengthen visibility with buyers, and enhance credibility in competitive procurement environments. In this session, participants will learn: The types of certifications available for women-owned and veteran-owned businesses (federal, […]

Unlocking Industry Growth Through Consortium Partnerships

Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring several of MoveAmerica’s government and industry leaders as they explore how consortium partnerships are reshaping the way manufacturers, government contractors, and industrial organizations grow and compete. You’ll learn: What a consortium is — and how it differs from traditional partnerships How shared expertise, funding, and resources open […]

Office Hours: Madison – Selling to the State of Wisconsin – hosted by the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus

Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus 2429 Perry Street, Madison, WI, United States

WPI will be holding an in-person session on Selling to the State of Wisconsin at the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus in Madison, WI. Schedule: 9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation on Selling to the State of Wisconsin Presenter: Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX Accelerator The […]

Wisconsin WBDC Small Business Social 2025

Hilton Milwaukee 509 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, United States

“WHEN NOTHING IS SURE, EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE.” ~Margaret Drabble In a year defined by change and challenge, let’s take a moment to celebrate the unstoppable spirit of our small business community. Join us for an inspiring and relaxed gathering that shines a spotlight on the power of partnership to fuel sustainable growth and lasting impact. […]

Satellite Office: Superior – hosted by the Small Business Development Center at UW – Superior

Small Business Development Center at UW - Superior 1401 Tower Avenue, Superior, WI, United States

WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Small Business Development Center at UW - Superior in Superior, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting. To view the upcoming schedule for Superior, please click here. To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.