M3 Partners with Vouch to Enhance Insurance for Tech Companies

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M3 Partners with Vouch to Enhance Insurance for Tech Companies

(Madison, WI) – M3 Insurance, a leading provider of risk management and insurance solutions, and Vouch, the premier digital insurance provider for innovative fast-growing companies, today announce a strategic partnership. This partnership will enable M3 to deliver enhanced insurance services to startups. 

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving tech industry, startups face unique challenges requiring specialized insurance products and risk management services. Recognizing this need, M3 and Vouch have joined forces to provide custom solutions and exceptional service at every stage of growth.

With Vouch’s innovative digital platform and exclusive proprietary coverages, M3 will now extend its reach to serve a broader range of clients, providing the speed, simplicity, and expertise that technology and life sciences companies demand.

“By leveraging Vouch’s deep understanding of the tech ecosystem and our extensive experience in risk management, we are creating an environment where startups can focus on innovation and growth, knowing they have robust protection in place,” said Matt Cranney,Executive Vice President of M3 Elevate and Partner at M3.

This partnership brings Vouch’s 10 exclusive, tech-specific coverages to M3’s clients, offering a seamless, self-serve insurance experience tailored to the needs of innovative entrepreneurs.

“Vouch knows that great companies are built everywhere. We’ve seen firsthand the growth of tech ecosystems in the places where M3 is already providing exceptional local advice and connection to clients, and that’s why we’re partnering with M3 in key regions,” said John Wallace, Chief Insurance Officer at Vouch. “This partnership with M3 provides entrepreneurs in these regions with the fast, self-serve insurance solutions they need to scale confidently without having to forgo that local advice and connection.”

As the tech landscape expands beyond traditional hubs, the demand for specialized insurance solutions has never been greater. This partnership positions M3 and Vouch at the forefront of this trend, delivering cutting-edge risk management services to support the growth of startups.

The recent designation of Wisconsin as a regional tech hub by the U.S. Economic Development Administration, with $49 million in federal funding, underscores the state’s growing role in the industry.

“As Wisconsin emerges as a leading tech center, we at M3 are committed to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of emerging businesses,” continued Cranney. “Our partnership with Vouch places us at the heart of this development, providing essential insurance solutions to tech startups.”

For more information about the partnership and the insurance solutions available, please visit vouch.us/partners/m3.

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About M3

M3 is a top insurance broker and risk management firm in America. We’re leaders in the products we represent and the industries we serve. M3’s people are an extension of your team, providing world-class resources to help you manage risk, purchase insurance, and provide employee benefits. And our focus on community builds better places to live and work. For more information on M3, visit www.m3ins.com. 

About Vouch

Vouch is a US-based provider of business insurance to thousands of high-growth companies that has raised $160 million from top-tier Silicon Valley institutions and investors, including Ribbit Capital, Redpoint Ventures, Y Combinator and Index Ventures. Since its inception in 2018, the company has empowered clients to get risk management right through niche expertise, a proprietary approach to pricing and underwriting, fast, digital-first procurement and coverages that scale as the company grows.

Wisconsin Union: Wisconsin Homecoming Committee, Wisconsin Alumni Association, Partners Host 2024 UW Homecoming

Returning for its 114th year, University of Wisconsin–Madison Homecoming will take place Oct. 20-26 with a week of fun for students, alumni, UW community members and honorary Badgers alike. Attendees can look forward to time-honored traditions, such as the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee and Wisconsin Union’s downtown Madison parade, as well as the Wisconsin Alumni Association’s (WAA’s) post-parade block party and pep rally. 

“Every year, our talented committee has the privilege of designing and organizing events that engage both the campus community and the greater Madison area, celebrating our shared Badger identity,” said Wynton Wright, president of the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee. “I’m excited about the diverse events we have planned this year and eager to continue the Homecoming tradition.”

Both UW–Madison registered student organizations and non-university groups are invited to apply to walk, dance, bike, or build a float for the UW Homecoming Parade, which will proceed from Gilman Street to Lake Street on Oct. 25 starting at 6 p.m.

“We are thrilled to welcome our alumni and friends back to campus for the UW’s Homecoming celebrations,” said Sarah Schutt, WAA chief alumni officer and executive director. “The Wisconsin Alumni Association is proud to offer a variety of activities for alumni, students and the Madison community in partnership with the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee.”

Highlights of the weeklong celebration will include:

Now through Oct. 11

• Coloring page contest, presented by the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee

Oct. 19

• Badger Games: bracket-style student intramural volleyball tournament, presented by the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee

Oct. 20

• Paint the Town: opportunity for registered student organizations to decorate Memorial Union and State Street windows, presented by the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee

Oct. 21-25

• Medallion Hunt: daily treasure hunt with prizes, presented by the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee

Oct. 21-26

• Window Display Showcase, featuring windows painted by UW–Madison registered student organizations, presented by the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee

Oct. 21

• Cocoa with HoCo: free hot chocolate inside Memorial Union and Union South, presented by the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee

Oct. 22-24

• UW Homecoming Blood Drive, presented by the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee and American Red Cross

Oct. 24-25

• Fill the Hill, presented by the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association

Oct. 25

• Badger Meet-Up, presented by WAA
• UW Homecoming Parade, presented by the Wisconsin Union and the Wisconsin Homecoming Committee
• UW Homecoming Block Party and Pep Rally, with fireworks (weather-permitting), presented by WAA
• Multicultural Homecoming Yard Show, presented by WAA and UW–Madison Fraternity & Sorority Life, supported by the Wisconsin Union
• Recent Grad Badger Meet-Up: Hoco Edition, presented by WAA

Oct. 26

• Badger Bash: Wisconsin vs. Penn State, presented by the Wisconsin Union
• Multicultural Homecoming Tailgate and Watch Party, presented by WAA and UW-Madison Division of Diversity, Equity, and Educational Achievement

Attendees can find the full up-to-date list of Homecoming fun and activities at wiscohoco.com and uwalumni.com/homecoming.

MMoCA seeks work from statewide artists for Wisconsin Triennial

The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (MMoCA) is seeking artwork created by Wisconsin artists to include in the Wisconsin Triennial, which presents a survey of the creativity and innovation of the state’s artistic community. Every three years, the exhibition showcases a wide range of artistic approaches and subjects, reflecting current directions in Wisconsin’s visual arts scene. 

In a return to its original form, the 2025 Wisconsin Triennial will be a juried exhibition selected and organized by MMoCA curatorial staff. The 2025 Wisconsin Triennial will be installed in the Museum’s Main Galleries and on view to the public May 2–Sept. 14, 2025.

Artists from across the state are invited to apply to this exhibition by submitting examples of their artwork along with a brief biography, statement, and CV by Oct. 14. To learn more and apply, click here.

Read more at In Business Magazine

Joey’s Song benefit concert becoming 4-day music festival

Joey’s Song is turning its annual Madison benefit concert into a four-day music festival called FreezingMan.

The festival, like the yearly shows, will feature Know-It-All Boyfriends, which includes Butch Vig from the band Garbage.

FreezingMan will be held Jan. 8-11 at The Sylvee and the Majestic Theatre. Tickets are on sale now. The benefit concert has always sold out, organizers said. General admission tickets cost $32.50 to $50 per show.

Other artists include Portugal. The Man, Kenny Hoopla, Letters to Cleo, and Silversun Pickups. Members of Cheap Trick, the Bangles and The Go-Go’s also are scheduled to perform.

The festival will culminate with “The Big Show,” where about 50 musicians are expected to take the stage together at The Sylvee.

Read more from the Wisconsin State Journal

NVNG Investment Advisors to Host 2nd Annual +Venture North Conference

Event to unite corporate leaders and VCs, foster strategic collaboration

(September 5, 2024) Madison, WI – Madison-based NVNG Investment Advisors will be holding its 2nd annual +Venture North conference on September 26 at Milwaukee Tool headquarters in Milwaukee.  This exclusive event is designed to empower corporate leaders and innovators with the insights and connections needed to drive continued economic growth in the region through strategic collaboration between venture capital and corporations.

This year’s conference will bring together leading venture capitalists and venture fund managers from across the nation, alongside Wisconsin’s top innovators, corporations, and organizations. The program is crafted to address the needs of the region’s largest industries, providing a unique platform for corporate leaders to gain actionable insights into the latest trends and investment opportunities.

The day-long conference will feature sessions including:

The Future of Advanced Manufacturing
A New Industrial Base – Navigating Investments in Aerospace & Defense
The Intersection of Energy, Power & Digital Innovation
Escaping Pilot Purgatory: Selling Into the Enterprise
Leveraging Federal Grants in Making Wisconsin a BioHealth Tech Hub

This is an opportunity for corporations to explore how they can harness the power of venture capital to fuel growth, stay ahead of industry shifts, and build lasting partnerships. The event will feature perspectives from venture capitalists, corporate innovators, successful founders, and leading organizations that are shaping the future of their industries.

Last year’s successful inaugural event sold out, so corporate leaders and innovators interested in attending +Venture North 2024 are encouraged to secure invitations by visiting NVNGIA.com/venture/venture-north-2024/, selecting “I Am Interested in Attending,” and filling out the form.

For a complete list of sessions and speakers/panelists, visit NVNGIA.com/venture/venture-north-2024/.