Upcoming Startup and Tech Events in Wisconsin

Join Bill Murray, innovation expert and author, in an interactive workshop designed to help you test your business idea through customer discovery, experimentation, and prototyping. Using insights from his book, you’ll learn strategies to stress-test your start-up and strengthen your business plan.

These sessions help entrepreneurs connect the dots, understand the process and what it takes to bring their product or service to market. Level Up! Launch Pad helps founders gain a better understanding of their customers’ user journey, and ultimately fine-tune their entrepreneurial mindset through an innovation lens.

Data Day is an annual event, hosted by Data You Can Use, which provides an opportunity for leaders from neighborhoods, nonprofits, universities, the public sector, and beyond to better understand what data are available, the implications of data on community revitalization, and how to increase connections between research and practice. This year’s

We're hosting the second annual AI in MKE Oktoberfest happy hour! You can expect an evening filled with laughter, networking, light appetizers, cold beer, and casual conversation around AI.

This unique event blends the excitement of an open mic night with the energy of Madison's startup scene, providing a platform for founders to share their ideas, pitch their startups, and connect with potential collaborators, partners, and customers. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just someone with a great idea, this is your chance!

These sessions help entrepreneurs connect the dots, understand the process and what it takes to bring their product or service to market. Level Up! Launch Pad helps founders gain a better understanding of their customers’ user journey, and ultimately fine-tune their entrepreneurial mindset through an innovation lens.

This innovative workshop is designed for anyone eager to turn their ideas into reality. Attendees will engage in hands-on exercises with Rezoomex’s AI assistants. Learn to break down big ideas into smaller, manageable pieces for your teams to understand, deliver, and validate.

Come and enjoy great company, great conversations, and great beer. High Tech Happy Hour is a premier networking event that is free and open to the public, all are welcome.

Join IC stars for an engaging panel discussion where industry professionals and technical recruiters share how they successfully built tech careers without a traditional technical background.

This online event is the perfect opportunity for founders in the Midwest to gain valuable advice and support. Bring your questions and get answers from Garnet Heraman, managing partner at Aperture Venture Capital, and Irina Kukuyeva, venture advisor and subject matter expert on AI.

WTM is partnering with Latinos in Tech to put on a hackathon during Wisconsin Tech Month! It’s going to be held at Tenor High School across from the UWM Panther Arena downtown. They only have 75 spots so RSVP soon.

Explore the future of biohealth. Sessions will cover groundbreaking advancements in AI, sustainable practices, emerging growth companies, and the latest developments from the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub.

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Woman’s Club of Wisconsin will host a luncheon to raise awareness about domestic violence and introduce a new safety wearable for victims and witnesses. Speakers include Carmen Pitre, CEO of Sojourner, and Liz Kohler, CEO of Nexion Solutions, the device's developer.

As the official wrap event for WI Tech Month, we're going full Halloween mode with a DJ, a costume contest and more. Presented by Synergy Technology Advisors.

Gents in Tech is an in-person event where attendees can meet and mingle with like-minded professionals, share their resumes, and experience a thought provoking discussion on Innovating Responsibly in the tech industry with expert Nicholas Dillon. Alongside this immersive discussion, the event will feature a panel session with influential and innova

The challenges, successes, use cases, and stories with using chatbots. Everyone is encouraged to come and listen in, ask questions, share/seek advice, provide resources, and tell stories. This space is for the AI Community to learn and grow with one another.

Join us as we discuss the state of the offsite housing industry and the role prefabricated housing can play in closing the housing gap in WI.

An exclusive look at how technology is redefining approaches to health, fitness, and wellness. Hosted by a renowned Health and Wellness Coach, this event promises to explore the innovative world of 3D body scanning alongside the daily uses of fitness trackers, apps, and online programs.

Hear from Dr. Victor Amaya, president and executive director of Data You Can Use (DYCU), and his team on how organizations such as DYCU bridge the gap between data science and community planning. Learn how DYCU harnesses the power of data science to drive its mission of improving community conditions in Milwaukee neighborhoods and beyond.

Wisconsin Gaming Alliance and Wolfjaw Studios are excited to invite you to a pre MDEV 2024 social at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet and network with fellow developers and industry professionals from Wisconsin, the broader Midwest, and beyond.

This meetup is a must-attend for any student looking to surround themself with ambitious entrepreneurs. It's where new startups form and big ideas are born at UW-Madison. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

MDEV stands as a cornerstone event of the Midwest game industry, catering to both seasoned professionals and aspiring creators eager to transition into the industry. Six years running it has served as the essential hub for developers and industry professionals from Wisconsin, the broader Midwest, and beyond...

We are joining forces again with OPEN on this social event. Come meet other folks in tech or in the LGBTQIA2+ community over a cuppa. Enjoy some great coffee with us at Lakeside Street Coffee! 🏳️‍🌈☕️ All genders are welcome to this event.

Looking for a way to connect with tech enthusiasts and professionals? Join us at TitletownTech for Tech Bash, a night of networking and innovation. Meet fellow tech pros, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities within the tech ecosystem.

This event is designed to bring together founders, aspiring co-founders, and skilled professionals eager to collaborate and drive growth. Discover your ideal co-founder or find the expertise your startup needs in areas like marketing, finance, and sales. Engage in targeted one-on-one meetings tailored to your specific needs and goals.

Continuing with their happy hour format for a while. Just a handful of JS developers talking about what they're working on and what new frameworks and tools catch their interest.

Stop wasting time on detailed designs too early in the process and learn how to map out your app at its most essential level. Discover practical strategies to help you iterate faster, make better decisions, and avoid the most common mistakes teams make in their design and development processes.

StartingBlock's Lunch & Learn: Investor Series featuring Carrie Thome, Managing Partner at NVNG. Learn about startup investments, investor criteria, and how to prepare for meetings. Free event with lunch provided. Open to all. RSVP today!

The Midwest Founders Community (MFC) is pioneering a new program and coalition designed to facilitate partnerships between B2B SaaS startups and Chief Information Officers (CIOs), Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), and Chief Innovation Officers (CIOs) of mid-to-large corporations.

Pitch night for accelerator grads! Celebrate the ventures participating in Doyenne's current Triple Threat Venture Training cohort at our virtual Showcase event. You'll hear their pitches from all participants and have the opportunity to share your support, feedback, and expertise, as well as network with other attendees.

Join the Sheboygan community as entrepreneurs present their business ideas before a panel of judges in hopes of securing a cash prize to propel their vision forward.

A pitch event for idea to early-stage startups in front of a judging panel and an audience. The local contests are open to all residents located in Northeast Wisconsin or those who will be launching their businesses in the region.

Come join us at Marquette University 707 Hub to witness the innovative solutions created by our talented students. This in-person event will showcase the hard work and dedication put in by our future consultants as they present their projects to real entrepreneurs.

This year’s conference theme is Piecing together success through investment. More than 20 companies from the Midwest representing an array of industries; biotechnology; health care therapeutics, diagnostics and devices; information technology; artificial intelligence; mobile application sectors.

1 Million Cups Madison is a free, weekly event designed to educate, engage, and accelerate early-stage startups. 1 Million Cups is sponsored by StartingBlock, Madison Black Chamber of Commerce and gener8tor.

In celebration of Startup Wisconsin Week, StartingBlock Madison is hosting a free work day. All Day Pass fees will be waived for November 13th.

Combine AI and mobile development. We’ll walk through building a functional iOS app using LiveView Native and Livebook, featuring AI-powered capabilities like text classification and sentiment analysis.

Join us for an exciting event where students showcase their innovative business ideas! This in-person event will be held at Dr. E. J. And Margaret O'Brien Hall. Get ready to be inspired by the creativity and passion of our future entrepreneurs.

As part of the New North Pitch Series, this exciting competition offers selected entrepreneurs 4 minutes to pitch their ideas, followed by a 2-minute Q&A session. The winner will advance to the NEW Launch Alliance Regional Pitch event at Titletown Tech.

Want to learn more about the role of a producer in the games industry? Anyone and everyone is welcome to join Matt Charles, former publishing VP and development Producer, as he covers the skills necessary to succeed for any type of producer in our third 'For the Love of Games' event!

Join us during Wisconsin Startup Week to witness firsthand how Chippewa Valley is rapidly becoming a notable business expansion hub. This event offers you the chance to be a pivotal player in the region’s exciting entrepreneurial growth.

This year’s conference theme is Piecing together success through investment. More than 20 companies from the Midwest representing an array of industries; biotechnology; health care therapeutics, diagnostics and devices; information technology; artificial intelligence; mobile application sectors.

Learn how to turn your physical product idea into reality! Free expert-led sessions on business, prototypes, engineering development, and manufacturing. Hosted by Don Melnikoff and Kyle Jansson.

These part educational, part networking events are the perfect way to meet other founders in the region, learn from other people's entrepreneurial journeys, and get plugged in to the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Wisconsin.

Join Yahara Software, Women in Biohealth, and High Tech Happy Hour for another great round of presentations at the Monona Terrace!

Aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs get the opportunity to present their business idea to a panel of experts with the hope of winning a cash prize. The winner will move on to the regional New North-New Launch Alliance Pitch Event at TitletownTech.

UW-Madison grad students and postdocs are invited to network through informal conversations. Chat with Christopher Konop, innovation and commercialization specialist, and venture manager; Sydney Jupitz, staff scientist/senior consultant at Booz Allen; and Jennifer Gagne, consultant, entrepreneur, and instructor, to hear their stories.

Join us at Ward4 - Milwaukee Coworking for an exciting in-person event where aspiring student entrepreneurs showcase their innovative business ideas. Witness the next generation of business leaders as they pitch their concepts to a panel of esteemed judges. Don't miss this opportunity to network with other entrepreneurs.

Join us for an exciting event where students showcase their innovative projects and entrepreneurial ideas. Whether you're a student, faculty member, or just curious about entrepreneurship, this event is a great opportunity to network and learn from budding entrepreneurs.

Local entrepreneurs will present their ideas and business solutions. Whether you're an investor, business professional, or just curious about new ventures, this event offers a chance to see fresh business concepts in action.

Join us for this free event to meet Milwaukee's newest batch of startup founders. You'll hear inspiring pitches and enjoy quality networking. Snacks and beverages provided.

Join AAF Fox River for their first lunch & learn of the season with Midwest Games founder Ben Kvalo, who will share how he is changing the perspective on where games are made.

‍If you've never been to a Geek Lunch, it's an engaging conversation with your geekiest friends, where the topic bounces around depending on whatever anyone wants to contribute. All are welcome regardless of where you lie on any imaginary geek scale. Think "The Algonquin Round Table" with an emphasis on tech.

Get a comprehensive understanding of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and learn about its pivotal role and the support network available to startups and growing businesses in the state.

The Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute, in partnership with the Center for Data, Ethics, and Society at Marquette University, will host an AI ethics symposium to continue the national dialogue around the ethical concerns of AI.

This meetup is a must-attend for any student looking to surround themself with ambitious entrepreneurs. It's where new startups form and big ideas are born at UW-Madison. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

The MKE Tech Hub Coalition is celebrating five years of fostering collaboration in the Milwaukee tech community. Taking place at Northwestern Mutual HQ, features a program of talks, including a welcome by Mayor Cavalier Johnson, a conversation on tech ecosystems, and updates on the MKE Tech growth. Networking opportunities will be provided.

Continuing with our happy hour format for a while. Just a handful of JS developers talking about what they're working on and what new frameworks and tools catch their interest.

A monthly event featuring top investors from Wisconsin who specialize in startup investments. Each session provides a comprehensive overview of the investor's company philosophy, areas of investment interest, and the rationale behind their past and present startup investments.

If you've never been to a Geek Lunch, it's an engaging conversation with your geekiest friends, where the topic bounces around depending on whatever anyone wants to contribute. All are welcome regardless of where you lie on any imaginary geek scale. Think "The Algonquin Round Table" with an emphasis on tech.