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Economic Development

Nominations open for 2025 Wisconsin Innovation Awards

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Nominations and applications are now being accepted for the 2025 Wisconsin Innovation Awards, which recognize groundbreaking ideas across all sectors of the state’s economy. The deadline to apply or nominate is July 15.

Hosted by the Wisconsin Technology Council, the 12th annual awards ceremony will take place the evening of Nov. 4 at Monona Terrace in Madison. The event will precede the Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium, set for Nov. 5-6 at the same location.

The Innovation Awards aim to spotlight transformative ideas in industries ranging from manufacturing and agriculture to life sciences, technology, and education. Since its launch, the program has honored 98 winners representing 30 communities across Wisconsin.

“Innovation isn’t confined to tech startups,” said Angela Schlobohm, vice president at the Wisconsin Technology Council. “It thrives in all corners of Wisconsin’s economy, and we’re proud to highlight the incredible work being done across industries.”

Nominations are open to organizations and individuals statewide. For more information or to submit a nomination, visit wisconsininnovationawards.com.

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