Founder Factory Info Sessions
April 3, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Start-up Assistance, Managing a Business, Business Basics
Curious about Founder Factory and whether one of our programs might be a good fit for you?
Join Biweekly | Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual
Free Webinar: Managing Risk in a Time of Uncertainty
April 6, 2026 | 1:00PM | OnlineOnline Marketing Bootcamp-UWRF-Session 2
April 8, 2026 | 5:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - River Falls
Topic: Business Basics
This 5-week online course will grow your online presence and increase revenue by giving you actionable strategies and valuable feedback.
Raising Equity [April 9-30]
April 9, 2026 | 10:00AM | OnlineGet help creating an investible business model , financial request package, game plan for raising debt and equity, and investor pitch.
Strategic Patenting for Entrepreneurs – Going Beyond the Basic Legal Requirements for US Patent Application Filings
April 14, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Start-up Assistance, Financing, Managing a Business, Government Contracting, Business Basics
Going Beyond the Basic Legal Requirements for US Patent Application Filings
Online Marketing Bootcamp-UWRF-Session-3
April 15, 2026 | 5:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - River Falls
Topic: Business Basics
This 5-week online course will grow your online presence and increase revenue by giving you actionable strategies and valuable feedback.
Founder Factory Info Session 4/17
April 17, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Curious about Founder Factory and whether one of our programs might be a good fit for you?
Join Biweekly | Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual
Introduction to Financial Management
April 20, 2026 | 4:00AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget, Financing, Business Basics
Focusing on bookkeeping and the fundamentals of accounting, this course teaches you the basics to business finances.
FinanceEDGE: Turn Financial Data into Smart Decisions
April 21, 2026 | 10:00AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Financing, Business Basics
Learn to diagnose financial health & apply FinanceEDGE’s 4-step framework to solve cash flow, margin & revenue challenges.
SBIR 101 Webinar (April)
April 21, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: 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.
Human Resources (HR) Basics for Non-HR Professionals
April 22, 2026 | 8:30AM | Hybrid | Grainger Hall, MadisonFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Managing a Business, Managing Employees, Business Basics
This course offers the basics on Human Resources such as legal details and best practices for small businesses.
Trademark & Copyright Law Deep Dive
April 22, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics, Government Contracting, Managing a Business
Join CTC virtually for a Lunch & Learn, Trademark & Copyright Law Deep Dive, on Wednesday, 4/22!
Online Marketing Bootcamp-UWRF-Session-4
April 22, 2026 | 5:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - River Falls
Topic: Business Basics
This 5-week online course will grow your online presence and increase revenue by giving you actionable strategies and valuable feedback.
VC 101 with Mastercraft Ventures
April 29, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Financing, Start-up Assistance, Managing a Business, Business Basics
Join us for an interactive Lunch & Learn with Mastercraft Ventures to learn about how your innovation can access VC funding!
Online Marketing Bootcamp-UWRF-Session-5
April 29, 2026 | 5:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - River Falls
Topic: Business Basics
This 5-week online course will grow your online presence and increase revenue by giving you actionable strategies and valuable feedback.
Founder Factory Info Session 5/1
May 1, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Curious about Founder Factory and whether one of our programs might be a good fit for you?
Join Biweekly | Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual
Navigating Uncertainty [May 4-14]
May 4, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineGet help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.
Business Taxes 101: A Beginner's Guide to Navigating Self-Employment and Small-Business Taxes
May 5, 2026 | 11:15AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Financing, Tax Planning, Business Basics
Learn the basics of business and self-employment taxes to stay compliant, reduce liability, and keep your business financially healthy.
May 2026 - First Steps to Starting a Business
May 6, 2026 | 7:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point
Topic: Start-up Assistance
Wisconsin Tax Seminar for New Businesses
May 7, 2026 | 10:00AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Financing, Business Accounting and Budget, Tax Planning, Business Basics
Gain a basic understanding of Wisconsin business tax laws, including registration, permits, filing, and incentives in this DOR seminar.
Intermediate Financial Management
May 12, 2026 | 9:00AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget, Financing, Business Basics
Learn to read, analyze, and use financial data to make smarter business decisions, improve profitability, and manage cash flow.
(MSBB) Intermediate Financial Management
May 12, 2026 | 9:00AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Cash Flow Management, Business Accounting and Budget, Business Basics
More in-depth exploration of financial management topics to help you analyze your financial data and make decisions for the business' future
Founder Factory Info Session 5/15
May 15, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Curious about Founder Factory and whether one of our programs might be a good fit for you?
Join Biweekly | Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual
SBIR 101 Webinar (May)
May 19, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: 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.
Founder Factory Info Session 5/29
May 29, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Curious about Founder Factory and whether one of our programs might be a good fit for you?
Join Biweekly | Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual
Financial Foundations for Food Brands [June 8-22]
June 8, 2026 | 9:00AM | OnlineGet help optimizing your business model, increasing profitability, and developing your financial management process.
NSF Pre-submission Review - June 2026
June 10, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics, Government Contracting
Are you a CTC client who plans to submit to NSF in July? Please register with us to participate in our free Presubmission Panel Review.
Food and Farm Business Consultant Training [June 11-26]
June 11, 2026 | 10:00AM | OnlineGet help building the capacity of your food and farm business clients.
Founder Factory Info Session 6/12
June 12, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Curious about Founder Factory and whether one of our programs might be a good fit for you?
Join Biweekly | Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual
SBIR 101 Webinar (June)
June 16, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: 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.
Founder Factory Info Session 6/26
June 26, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Curious about Founder Factory and whether one of our programs might be a good fit for you?
Join Biweekly | Fridays | 12:00–1:00 PM | Virtual
Biz Smart Sprint
July 9, 2026 | 4:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Join this 6-week virtual course to master business fundamentals—planning, marketing, legal, and financial essentials for entrepreneurs.
SBIR 101 Webinar (July)
July 21, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: 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.
NIH Pre-submission Review - August 2026
August 14, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Government Contracting, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Are you a CTC client who plans to submit to NIH in October? Please register with us to participate in our free Presubmission Panel Review.
SBIR 101 Webinar (August)
August 18, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: 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.
FORWARD FEST: Demystifying the Pro Forma: Building Financial Projections
August 19, 2026 | 1:30AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Business Accounting and Budget, Financing, Business Basics
Learn to build solid financial projections to assess business viability, secure funding, and manage cash flow with confidence.
FORWARD FEST: Practical Tools for Kickstarting your GTM
August 20, 2026 | 8:00AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Cash Flow Management, Financing, Business Basics
Learn to build solid financial projections to assess business viability, secure funding, and manage cash flow with confidence.
FORWARD FEST: Practical Tools for Kickstarting Your Go-to-Market (GTM)
August 20, 2026 | 1:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Business Basics
Practical strategies for kickstarting your Go-to-Market (GTM)
FORWARD FEST: Commercial Real Estate Leasing 101
August 21, 2026 | 10:00AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Managing a Business, Business Basics
Learn the commercial property buying and selling process, valuation basics, due diligence, and strategies to avoid costly mistakes.
FORWARD FEST: From Side Hustle to Small Business
August 21, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Business Basics
Learn to use the Business Model Canvas to assess your hobby or side hustle, explore viability, and plan next steps for growth
SBIR 101 Webinar (September)
September 15, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: 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.
I’m Doing Everything! How Value Planning Reduces Panic & Builds Value
September 24, 2026 | 9:30AM | OnlineFacilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison
Topic: Managing a Business, Disaster Mitigation, Business Basics
Learn strategies to increase your business’s value, improve operations, and prepare for future sale or growth through proactive planning.
Food and Farm Business Consultant Training [Oct 1-16]
October 1, 2026 | 10:00AM | OnlineGet help building the capacity of your food and farm business clients.
NSF Pre-submission Review - October 2026
October 14, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics, Government Contracting
Are you a CTC client who plans to submit to NSF in November? Please register with us to participate in our free Presubmission Panel Review.
SBIR 101 Webinar (October)
October 20, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: 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.
NIH Pre-submission Review - December 2026
December 16, 2026 | 12:00PM | OnlineTopic: Government Contracting, Start-up Assistance, Business Basics
Are you a CTC client who plans to submit to NIH in January? Please register with us to participate in our free Presubmission Panel Review.