The 2022 Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest Is Open |
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The 2022 Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is open for your entries through January 31st at 5:00 pm. The contest connects entrepreneurs with a statewide network of community resources, expert advice and mentoring, possible sources of capital, etc. Contestants also benefit from valuable public and media exposure.
Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest finalists have collectively raised more than $300 million in angel, venture, grants and venture debt over time. Based on a 2020 survey, 77 percent of finalists were still in business. These finalists are staying in business much longer than normal when compared to U.S. startup rates – and they are creating jobs!
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Client News & Success Stories |
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Scanalytics, Inc. Receives $1.3M |
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Scanalytics Inc. recently announced that it received a plus-up contract from the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) bringing the total amount awarded to just over $2.1 million since the start of the project. This continuation award will be used to further scale their proprietary sensor and software technology for improving utility usage and occupant comfort in buildings. Scanalytics is receiving this plus-up after successfully completing the first project in the ARPA-E SENSOR program. |
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Innovatrium at the Project Mercury Showcase |
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On December 9th, the Innovatrium, AF CyberWorx, and Air University came together to present the Project Mercury Showcase. By bringing together the people and projects from Project Mercury's Cohort 5, the showcase highlights the development of innovation culture, competency, and community in tomorrow's Air & Space Forces. |
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Ardex and Scanalytics Announce Collaboration |
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Scanalytics, a leading provider of smart building technologies and Ardex, a leader in innovative building solutions, recently announced a collaboration in smart flooring that will provide solutions for both commercial and residential buildings. |
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Nominations Open for National Small Business Week Awards |
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Nominations for the National Small Business Week Awards are now open. The deadline to submit is January 11, 2022 at 3pm ET. The 2022 National Small Business Week Awards recognize the achievements of small businesses and their contributions to the economy. |
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Mission, Vision, & Values |
During the strategic planning process, many companies detail their mission, vision, and values. Even though the three are similar and are often confused, each statement has a different objective. |
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Strategic Planning for Your Business |
A strategic plan is all about creating a plan to reach your goals, gauging the company’s performance, and identifying weaknesses and strengths. It defines your company’s current situation, defines goals, and actionable steps to reach those goals. |
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GrowthWheel Business Advice |
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Controlling Finances in the New Fiscal Year |
Even though entrepreneurship comes with a great amount of uncertainty in terms of revenues and expenses, a budget is still valuable to an entrepreneur. How can an entrepreneur create a budget that will help them develop their business? |
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How to Get the Credit You Want |
As an entrepreneur, it is not uncommon to feel as if there is a strained relationship with the bank. However, this does not have to be the case. Banks are in the business of lending money and in reality, the right banker can be your ally. How can entrepreneurs prepare and negotiate to get the necessary line of credit and best terms? |
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Critical Questions & Information Needed to Do Proper Business Planning
December 28, 1:00 pm - Online
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Join this hands-on webinar session, led by SCORE Mentor John Tile, which will cover: the basics of a business plan and will provide a few samples, a step-by-step process to develop the key information for your business plan, and what you will need in order to do a simple business plan for yourself and a more detailed business plan if you need a bank loan. |
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2022's Hottest Businesses, Markets & Trends
January 6, 1:00 pm - Online
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Will 2022 be a year of recovery or discovery? Or perhaps a bit of both? The start of a new year is the perfect time for small business owners and startups to learn the newest business trends and startup ideas. You’ll find out about America’s changing demographics, attitudes, and consumer behaviors, and how your small business can best adapt and address them. |
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