Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship

05/28/2026

Small businesses power Wisconsin’s economy 💼📈

Between 2010 and 2025, small businesses accounted for approximately 95% of Wisconsin’s net job growth — compared to 72% nationally. This remarkable impact underscores the critical role entrepreneurs play in driving local and statewide prosperity.

The latest Wisconsin Policy Forum report, “Small Businesses, Big Stakes: The State of Wisconsin’s Small Businesses” [👉link in comments], highlights both the strength of our entrepreneurial ecosystem and the challenges many businesses face when scaling — including access to capital 💰 and workforce constraints 👥.

We at the Office of Business and Entrepreneurship, Universities of Wisconsin, are proud to have commissioned this first-of-its-kind report, in partnership with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, to support informed policy and legislative decision making.

There's no better way to round out National Small Business Month 🗓️ and celebrate our state's small businesses — the unsung heroes of the American Dream ⭐

05/21/2026

UW Business Day at the Capitol on May 6 showcased the many ways the UWs serve and collaborate with WI businesses! Thanks to all the campuses, legislators, staff, and small businesses who participated! Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship Universities of Wisconsin Wisconsin SBDC Network

05/19/2026

Is your small business seeking help with a business plan, financial projections, or marketing? Check out free training available to small businesses currently operating in Wisconsin. https://buff.ly/kHaN413 Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship

05/07/2026

Hi Tec Fabrication has big ideas for continued growth. https://buff.ly/RW7PX4u Wisconsin SBDC Network Door County Economic Development Corp.

05/07/2026

Hi Tec Fabrication has big ideas for continued growth. https://buff.ly/Im4rMuq Wisconsin SBDC Network Door County Economic Development Corp.

05/06/2026

Hi Tec Fabrication has big ideas for continued growth of the "start to finish" steel product fabrication shop. Listen to advice from Dan Rankin, an inspiring entrepreneur. https://buff.ly/hefUba8 Wisconsin SBDC Network Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship Door County Economic Development Corp.

04/29/2026

Becky of Championship Culture Coach helps coaches and teams achieve more wins and helps athletes improve their statistics. Read how resources like Wisconsin SBDC Network Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation St. Croix Valley Business Innovation Center assisted her and can help other Wisconsin small businesses succeed. https://buff.ly/9azeF63 Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship

04/23/2026

Becky of Championship Culture Coach helps coaches and teams achieve more wins and helps athletes improve their statistics. Read how resources like Wisconsin SBDC Network Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation St. Croix Valley Business Innovation Center assisted her and can help other Wisconsin small businesses succeed. https://buff.ly/qCkPcYc Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship

04/21/2026

Running a business can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone! Join us in Kenosha for a FREE Small Business Clinic designed to give you practical guidance, real answers, and direct access to experts—all in one place.

Whether you’re starting, growing, or scaling your business, you can:
✔ Participate in general sessions and hands-on workshops
✔ Explore key business topics like finance, marketing, taxes, legal, and AI
✔ Connect 1:1 with experienced advisors
✔ Network with fellow entrepreneurs

Stay for the full day or drop in when it works for you.

📅 Friday, May 1st
⏰ 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM (drop in anytime!)
📍 Kenosha Innovation Center

Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/sbc-kenosha

Presented by: Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship, Wisconsin SBDC Network, Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood, Kenosha Area Business Alliance, City of Kenosha, and many others!

Register for a FREE Small Business Clinic at the Kenosha Innovation Center!

04/20/2026

Congratulations to the Small Business Development Center-University of Wisconsin River Falls who will be honored with the Center Excellence and Innovation award during the upcoming National Small Business Week May 3-9. https://buff.ly/rBwGV3I Wisconsin SBDC Network Universities of Wisconsin Office of Business & Entrepreneurship