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Wisconsin Technology Council: Apply for three chances to pitch at Early Stage Symposium

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Contact: Joe Kremer or Tom Still at 608-442-7557

Or visit wisearlystage.com to learn more

Calling all companies! Apply for three chances to pitch at Early Stage Symposium

MADISON, Wis. – Applications are being accepted now from young companies that want to tell their stories to investors at our annual Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium, planned for an in-person format Nov. 9-10 at Madison’s Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center.

The 2022 format includes two pitch opportunities – the Tech Council Investor Networks track (five-minute presentations) and the 90-second Elevator Pitch Olympics – as well as “Investor Intros,” which will allow pre-selected companies brief, one-on-one meetings with targeted angel and venture investors.

Instructions for how to apply for all or a mix of the investor presentation opportunities can be found at wisearlystage.com on the “ESS Application” tab.

General registration is also now open by clicking here!

At least one applicant must register in advance for the conference at a discounted rate of $179. Additional team members may register at the rate of $129. As always, student discounts will be available. Some young companies will be eligible for conference “scholarships” to help defray registration costs. Contact angela@wisconsintechnologycouncil.com after applying to learn about eligibility; early registrants will receive first consideration.

The deadline to apply online is 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7.

Here are the three company forums; companies may apply for one, two or all three opportunities to be seen, heard and make a splash!

Tech Council Investor Networks Track – Wednesday, Nov. 9:

These tracks will feature more than 20 companies from the Midwest representing an array of industries, such as advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, health care, information technology, medical device and mobile application sectors.

Companies selected will have many opportunities to interest investors: a five-minute presentation, networking receptions and an executive summary published in the investor-only program. Selected companies will also be invited to participate in a pre-conference practice session with a group of mentors.

Elevator Pitch Olympics – Thursday, Nov. 10:

Companies or entrepreneurs selected for the Elevator Pitch Olympics will give a 90-second pitch in front of conference attendees and a panel of investors. The investors will score the presenter on a scale of 1 to 5, focusing on whether the pitch was compelling enough to arrange a follow-up meeting, and will offer immediate feedback.

About 15 companies will be selected for the Elevator Pitch Olympics. In past years, these have been companies just forming, seeking a smaller investment round or planning to do so within the next year. There are crystal awards for the top presenters!

Investor Intros – Thursday, Nov. 10:

Companies selected for the popular Investor Intros will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with investors from Wisconsin and beyond. To foster this type of communication, the Investor Intros will feature pre-scheduled, strategic meetings between investors and emerging companies. This format will resemble a “speed dating” exercise, allowing both parties to learn more about each other and explore potential relationships.

The conference will also feature:

• National keynote speakers and targeted panel discussions featuring leading entrepreneurs, investors and others tied to the tech sector making an impact nationwide.
• The 9^th annual “Excellence in Entrepreneurial Education” award presentation and luncheon.
• Exhibit hall showcasing innovative Wisconsin companies.
• A Nov. 9 conference reception, two luncheons, two breakfasts and other networking opportunities, including an investors-only dinner.

The Tech Council produces the conference. Sponsors thus far include: Aberdean Consulting, Advocate Aurora Health, American Transmission Co., AT&T, Baird Capital, Baker Tilly, BDO, City of Fitchburg, Concordia University, DeWitt, EUA, Exact Sciences, Findorff, First Business Bank, Godfrey & Kahn, Google, HealthX Ventures, Husch Blackwell, KW2, M3 Insurance, Madison Development Corp., Madison Gas & Electric, Makin’ Hey Communications, Marquette University, Michael Best, Mobile22, Morgridge Institute for Research, N29 Capital Partners, Neider & Boucher, One City Schools, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren, RSM US, State of Wisconsin Investment Board, Tech Council board member Susan Healy, UMOS One Workforce – TechStars, University Research Park, UWM Research Foundation, UW-Madison Computer Sciences, UW-Madison Office of Business Engagement, Venture Investors, Versiti, Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, Wisconsin Economic Development Corp., WIPFLi, Wisconsin Dept. of Financial Institutions and Ziegler.

To learn more about sponsorship information, please reach out to Angela Schlobohm at angela@wisconsintechnologycouncil.com.  

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WPS Charitable Foundation donates to Stand Down Madison

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
DeAnne Boegli
Vice President of Communications
608-512-5754
deanne.boegli@wpsic.com

WPS Charitable Foundation donates to Stand Down Madison

MADISON, Wis.—Sept. 13, 2022—On Sept. 9, the WPS Charitable Foundation presented a $5,000 check to Wayne D. Horner Memorial Stand Down Madison, a local organization that provides relief to veterans experiencing homelessness.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager Natalie Isensee, Vice President of Communications DeAnne Boegli, and Charitable Foundation Program Administrator Amy Callender awarded the check to Angie Nickels, President of Stand Down Madison, and other Stand Down Madison representatives.

“At WPS, we seek to partner with organizations that have a strong affinity to our mission of helping veterans get needed health care,” Boegli said. “Stand Down Madison’s compassionate care of veterans experiencing homelessness is a cause we are proud to support.”

The Stand Down Madison fundraising main event is Oct. 8, and the organization is in need of volunteers for the event. Vendors can register online at standdownmadison.org/become-a-vendor. Volunteers can sign up to help at standdownmadison.org/volunteer.

About the WPS Charitable Foundation

The WPS Charitable Foundation was formed in 1986 to honor WPS’ first president, Ray Koenig. The Foundation is a nonprofit charitable organization that focuses on enhancing the communities we call home by supporting organizations focused on health and wellness, especially of women and children, seniors, military and veterans, and underserved populations. The Foundation also funds the Ray Koenig Memorial Scholarship program. Each year, the program makes educational opportunities available through scholarship awards to children of employees of WPS Health Solutions and its subsidiaries.

About WPS Health Solutions^®

Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS Health Solutions), founded in 1946, is a nationally regarded benefits administrator for a variety of U.S. government programs and a leading not-for-profit health insurer in Wisconsin. WPS Health Solutions serves active-duty and retired military personnel, seniors, individuals, and families in Wisconsin, across the U.S., and around the world. WPS Health Solutions, headquartered in Madison, Wis., has more than 2,700 employees. Within the enterprise, there are three divisions: WPS Government Health Administrators, WPS Military and Veterans Health, and WPS Health Insurance/WPS Health Plan/EPIC Specialty Benefits. For more information, please visit wpshealthsolutions.com.

Photo caption:
WPS Charitable Foundation presents a $5,000 check to Stand Down Madison. Pictured (l. to r.) are: Stand Down Madison representatives Jim Blankenheim, Angie Nickels, and Charlie Arndt, as well as WPS Health Solutions employees Natalie Isensee, DeAnne Boegli, and Amy Callender.

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Colectivo Coffee & UW–Madison Partner Together for New Coffee

Media Contact:
Marissa Worzella
marissaw@colectivocoffee.com
Office: 414.837.4446
Cell: 608.558.9830

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 31, 2022

Colectivo Coffee & UW-Madison Partner Together for New Coffee

Milwaukee, WI- Colectivo Coffee Roasters is excited to announce its newest coffee: Wisconsin Badger Blend. In partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the coffee proudly features an artistic illustration of Bucky the Badger and aims to unite Badger fans and coffee enthusiasts everywhere.

Colectivo, a Milwaukee-based coffee roastery known for its coffee sourced from origin and made-from-scratch food, has three cafes in Madison, including one on State Street in the heart of the UW-Madison campus.

“We love all the Badger pride here in Madison,” said Aaron Cantrall, General Manager of Colectivo State Street. “We’re thrilled to launch this pairing of team spirit and delicious coffee just in time for the new school year.”

The coffee has notes of plum, dark chocolate and concord grape with a medium body and is Fair Trade Organic Certified. It will be available in 12 ounce bags at all Wisconsin Colectivo locations, plus online for shipping across the US.

The blend is one of the three new college coffees Colectivo is launching this fall. Along with the Wisconsin Badger Blend, customers can find a Northwestern Wildcat Blend & a UW-Milwaukee Panther Blend- a college coffee for each of the three geographic markets they have physical cafe locations (Chicago area, Milwaukee area & Madison).

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About Colectivo: Colectivo Coffee has been dedicated to delivering a remarkable coffee experience since 1993. From its beginning, they cultivated strong, direct relationships with producers and exporters around the world to source great-tasting coffee. Each batch is roasted by hand on a pair of vintage machines in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood. Along with coffee, customers can enjoy made-from-scratch food at their cafes in Chicago, Madison and Milwaukee. Learn more at www.colectivocoffee.com

StartingBlock Founders Forum: Scale Your Startup

SEPT. 14: FREE STARTUP NETWORKING EVENT FOR ALL AT STARTINGBLOCK

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