UW-Eau Claire Classes

Explore classes that will help you develop the skills you need for your business to thrive.

Statewide Online Events

Explore the following online business education options that can be accessed from anywhere.


SBIR 101 Webinar (December)

December 16, 2025 | 12:00PM | Online

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics

$4.5 Billion dollars in product development is available, maybe to you! Learn more about how you might tap the U.S.'s largest seed fund.


Entrepreneurial Training Program Virtual - 10 Sessions

January 6, 2026 | 5:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - River Falls

Topic: Business Basics

This program is meant for anyone who wants to create, build or grow their business.


First Steps to Starting a Business

January 7, 2026 | 7:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics

Thinking of starting a business but don't know where to begin?


GROW: Sales for Food Businesses [Jan 16 - Feb 13]

January 16, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.


SBIR 101 Webinar (January)

January 20, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

$4.5 Billion dollars in product development is available, maybe to you! Learn more about how you might tap the U.S.'s largest seed fund.


Communicating for Success: Engaging SBIR Program Managers Effectively

January 26, 2026 | 12:30PM | Online

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Financing, Managing a Business, Government Contracting, Business Basics

Join this virtual panel discussion with SBIR program managers, centered on effective communication strategies.


Financial Foundations for Food Brands [Feb 2-16]

February 2, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.


Food and Farm Business Consultant Training [Feb 4-19]

February 4, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.


NSF SBIR/STTR 101 + Proposal Prep Webinar w/ Ben Schrag

February 10, 2026 | 11:30AM | Online

Topic: Business Basics

Join NSF Program Manager Ben Schrag to chat about the NSF SBIR/STTR basics and how to start your proposal!


All-State Wisconsin Virtual Entrepreneurial Training Program

February 12, 2026 | 5:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

Learn to identify customers, assess your industry and competitors, and turn insights into a strong plan to launch or grow your business.


Raising Equity [Feb 26 - Mar 19]

February 26, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.


Financial Foundations for Farms [March 4-18]

March 4, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.


Navigating Uncertainty [May 4-14]

May 4, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.

Contact the SBDC at UW-Eau Claire

Whether you’re not sure where to start or ready to make a leap, our experts are here to offer trusted insights and industry-specific advice. Get started with the SBDC, serving Wisconsin’s small businesses since 1980.