Events - Small Business Development Center

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

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Legal Protections for Small Business

CTCMarch 31, 2026 | 11:00AM | Online

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

Join CTC virtually for a Lunch & Learn, Legal Protections for Small Businesses, on Tuesday, 3/31!

Online Marketing Bootcamp-UWRF-Session 1

SBDCApril 1, 2026 | 5:00PM | Online
Facilitated 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 Sessions

CTCApril 3, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance

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

OBEApril 6, 2026 | 1:00PM | Online

Digital Marketing & Social Media Conference

SBDCApril 7, 2026 | 8:30AM | University of Wisconsin: Pyle Center, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Marketing and Sales, Business Basics

This all day conference teaches how to build your marketing toolkit to gain customers and prospects online.

Raising Equity [April 9-30]

FFIApril 9, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help creating an investible business model , financial request package, game plan for raising debt and equity, and investor pitch.

Strategic Thinking & Planning

SBDCApril 14, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics

This course teaches you how to create long term plans strategically.

Using AI to Analyze and Strengthen Your Business (CRP Webinar)

OBEApril 14, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Topic: CRP

Leverage AI to analyze your business data and uncover meaningful opportunities.

Strategic Patenting for Entrepreneurs – Going Beyond the Basic Legal Requirements for US Patent Application Filings

CTCApril 14, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

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

Going Beyond the Basic Legal Requirements for US Patent Application Filings

Quarterly Tech Hub Talks - Q1 2026

E3April 17, 2026 | 8:30AM | Waukesha County Business Alliance, Waukesha

Join Waukesha-area leaders to inform and access workforce solutions, cost-saving tools and innovation with the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub!

Introduction to Financial Management

SBDCApril 20, 2026 | 4:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Financing, Business Accounting and Budget, Business Basics

Focusing on bookkeeping and the fundamentals of accounting, this course teaches you the basics to business finances.

Fearless Performance Management

SBDCApril 21, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics

This course teaches you how to communicate and manage your employees fearlessly.

FinanceEDGE: Turn Financial Data into Smart Decisions

SBDCApril 21, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Financing

Learn to diagnose financial health & apply FinanceEDGE’s 4-step framework to solve cash flow, margin & revenue challenges.

SBIR 101 Webinar (April)

CTCApril 21, 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.

Human Resources (HR) Basics for Non-HR Professionals

SBDCApril 22, 2026 | 8:30AM | Hybrid | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing a Business, Business Basics, Managing Employees

This course offers the basics on Human Resources such as legal details and best practices for small businesses.

Trademark & Copyright Law Deep Dive

CTCApril 22, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

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

Join CTC virtually for a Lunch & Learn, Trademark & Copyright Law Deep Dive, on Wednesday, 4/22!

Idea to Enterprise Pitch Night: University Innovations Ready for Launch

CTCApril 23, 2026 | 6:00PM | Lubar Entrepreneurship Center & UWM Welcome Center, Milwaukee

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance, Marketing and Sales, Government Contracting

Most startup events celebrate ideas. This event hands you one.

Protecting Your Business Partnership: Buy-Sell Agreements

SBDCApril 28, 2026 | 9:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing a Business, Business Basics

Create or update a buy-sell agreement that defines valuation and transition terms to keep partnership changes smooth and avoid disputes.

VC 101 with Mastercraft Ventures

CTCApril 29, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

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

Join us for an interactive Lunch & Learn with Mastercraft Ventures to learn about how your innovation can access VC funding!

Small Business Clinic in Kenosha, WI

OBEMay 1, 2026 | 8:00AM | Kenosha Innovation Center, Kenosha

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Managing a Business, Business Basics

Register for a FREE Small Business Clinic at the Kenosha Innovation Center!

Navigating Uncertainty [May 4-14]

FFIMay 4, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Get 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

SBDCMay 5, 2026 | 11:15AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Tax Planning, Financing

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

SBDCMay 6, 2026 | 7:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Start-up Assistance

Wisconsin Tax Seminar for New Businesses

SBDCMay 7, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Tax Planning, Business Accounting and Budget, Financing

Gain a basic understanding of Wisconsin business tax laws, including registration, permits, filing, and incentives in this DOR seminar.

Intermediate Financial Management

SBDCMay 12, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Financing, Business Accounting and Budget, Business Basics

Learn to read, analyze, and use financial data to make smarter business decisions, improve profitability, and manage cash flow.

Intermediate Financial Management (MSBB)

SBDCMay 12, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Business Accounting and Budget, Cash Flow Management

More in-depth exploration of financial management topics to help you analyze your financial data and make decisions for the business' future

SBIR 101 Webinar (May)

CTCMay 19, 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.

China: BUSINESS, EDUCATION & GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT

SBDCMay 24, 2026 | 7:00PM | Hangzhou, Hangzhou
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Green Bay

China May 25 – June 5, 2026. Study Abroad and International Business Leader trip on digital economy, supply chains, global business and AI.

Financial Foundations for Food Brands [June 8-22]

FFIJune 8, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online

Get help optimizing your business model, increasing profitability, and developing your financial management process.

NSF Pre-submission Review - June 2026

CTCJune 10, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Topic: Government Contracting, Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

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]

FFIJune 11, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help building the capacity of your food and farm business clients.

SBIR 101 Webinar (June)

CTCJune 16, 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.

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.

SBIR 101 Webinar (July)

CTCJuly 21, 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.

Maximizing Your Leadership Potential

SBDCJuly 23, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing Employees, Business Basics

Explore your leadership style and build skills in self-awareness, communication, agility, and influence to achieve lasting results.

Communication & Delegation Skills

SBDCJuly 30, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing Employees

Improve communication and delegation skills using DiSC insights to build stronger relationships and empower team performance.

Positive Power Plays: Skills for Conflict & Negotiation

SBDCAugust 6, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing Employees, Business Basics

Improve communication and delegation skills using DiSC insights to build stronger relationships and empower team performance.

NIH Pre-submission Review - August 2026

CTCAugust 14, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance, Government Contracting

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.

Food Finance Forum & Expo

FFIAugust 17, 2026 | 8:00AM | Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells

Food Finance Institute Annual Food Finance Forum & Expo

SBIR 101 Webinar (August)

CTCAugust 18, 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.

FORWARD FEST: Demystifying the Pro Forma: Building Financial Projections

SBDCAugust 19, 2026 | 1:30AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Financing, Business Accounting and Budget, 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

SBDCAugust 20, 2026 | 8:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Financing, Cash Flow Management

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)

SBDCAugust 20, 2026 | 1:00PM | Online
Facilitated 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

SBDCAugust 21, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business

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

SBDCAugust 21, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online
Facilitated 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)

CTCSeptember 15, 2026 | 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.

I’m Doing Everything! How Value Planning Reduces Panic & Builds Value

SBDCSeptember 24, 2026 | 9:30AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Disaster Mitigation, Business Basics, Managing a Business

Learn strategies to increase your business’s value, improve operations, and prepare for future sale or growth through proactive planning.

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.