Events

Events

Explore all of the SBDC’s events around the state for prospective and current business owners looking to expand their skill set, receive guidance, network, or connect to the Wisconsin entrepreneurial ecosystem. 

Event Date

First Steps to Starting a Business

SBDCJanuary 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?


Entrepreneurial Training Program IN-PERSON: Spring 2026 in Door County

SBDCJanuary 15, 2026 | 5:30PM | Door County Economic Development Corporation, Sturgeon Bay
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Green Bay

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

The Entrepreneurial Training Program is designed for anyone who wants to create, build or grow their business.


SBIR 101 Webinar (January)

CTCJanuary 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.


Small Business Clinic in Fond du Lac, WI

OBEJanuary 22, 2026 | 9:00AM | Moraine Park Technical College - Fond du Lac Campus, Fond du Lac

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Financing, Managing Employees, Customer Relations, Business Accounting and Budget, Cash Flow Management, Tax Planning, Marketing and Sales

Register for a FREE Small Business Clinic at Moraine Park Technical College in Fond du Lac!


Communicating for Success: Engaging SBIR Program Managers Effectively

CTCJanuary 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.


All-State Wisconsin Virtual Entrepreneurial Training Program

SBDCFebruary 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.


Entrepreneurial Training Program (ETP)

SBDCFebruary 26, 2026 | 5:30PM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics

ETP is a course designed to teach participants how to start a new business, grow a business, or make a pivot.


Entrepreneurial Training Program IN-PERSON: Spring 2026 in Manitowoc

SBDCMarch 26, 2026 | 5:30PM | Progress Lakeshore Inc, Manitowoc
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Green Bay

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

The Entrepreneurial Training Program is designed for anyone who wants to create, build or grow their business.


Biz Smart Sprint

SBDCJuly 9, 2026 | 4:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

Join this 6-week virtual course to master business fundamentals—planning, marketing, legal, and financial essentials for entrepreneurs.

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact the relevant SBDC office or call 608-263-7794.