Milwaukee-based legal tech startup Obviate.ai is on a mission to demystify contract review with its AI-powered tool that quickly flags risks, offers redlines, and empowers users to make informed decisions—without needing a law degree. Founded by attorney and former clinical researcher Shantanu Singh, alongside engineer Thomas Glasser and go-to-market lead Sandeep Singh, Obviate.ai provides fast, … Obviate.ai provides AI-powered legal support
The 2025 Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference introduced a new, high-energy feature this year: the Open Mic pitch session. Held the morning of June 5, the session was emceed by Spencer Smith, owner of Madison-based AmpliPhi Digital. He welcomed 26 early-stage founders to the stage to deliver two-minute pitches to a room full of Wisconsin startup community … Founders take the mic at new WEC pitch event
For anyone who has tried to live, camp, or sail off-grid, power limitations are a familiar frustration. Menomonee Falls-based startup Revatek is solving that problem with a compact, high-tech solution that safely and quickly charges lithium-ion batteries using an engine’s alternator. Founded by Greg Revelle, Revatek launched in 2024 and is gaining traction with marine … Revatek powers off-grid life
Phoenix-Aid, an Oshkosh-based firm that has developed a patented nano-composite dressing for chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers, is the grand prize winner of the 22nd annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. The 2025 competition began in January with 156 entries in the categories of Advanced Manufacturing, Business Services, Information Technology, and Life Sciences. … Winners of the 2025 WI Gov’s Business Plan Contest
A startup developed in a UW-Whitewater chemistry lab could reshape the future of titanium implants, reducing failure rates and improving patient outcomes. Founded by Dr. Steven Girard, an associate professor of chemistry, Sea-Change Silicides is developing a groundbreaking bioactive coating for titanium components used in biomedical devices. “There are two main reasons titanium implants fail,” … Sea-Change Silicides aims to revolutionize medical implants
Milwaukee-based startup Insuraviews is aiming to bring clarity to one of the insurance industry’s most complex data sets: rate filings. Founded in 2024 by insurance and AI veteran Makhonjwa Mashoba, Insuraviews leverages artificial intelligence to make sense of the dense and complex filings submitted to state insurance departments. The publicly available compliance documents often span … Insuraviews uses AI to simplify insurance filings
Comfyist founder Amy Fallucca knows her customers—because many of them come back for more. Since launching her Milwaukee-based apparel company in 2021, Fallucca has maintained a clear vision: create high-quality, thoughtfully constructed athleisure that women want to wear. The company’s flagship product is a uniquely designed camisole that offers integrated, rather than removable, bra cups … Comfyist continues steady growth
Founder Kayla Lokker’s mission to make jewelry easier to wear is garnering attention—and real traction. The recent UW-Milwaukee graduate is the inventor of Easy Clasp, a retractable jewelry attachment that simplifies fastening necklaces, especially for people with mobility or dexterity challenges. What started as a classroom idea is now a patented product nearing its first … Easy Clasp heads to market after TV win and patent approval
According to PitchBook, Wisconsin startups raised at least $7.6 million in disclosed startup funding in April. RoofMarketplace, headquartered in Whitewater, operates an online marketplace for roof replacement, connecting consumers with qualified roofing contractors and facilitating the bidding process. The company raised $7.65 million in venture funding from undisclosed investors on April 23. Milwaukee-based Insuraviews, founded … Wisconsin VC funding for April 2025
Finalists representing a wide range of Wisconsin’s tech-based sectors will present their ideas live in Madison on Wednesday, June 4, as part of the annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. The event will take place at the Monona Terrace Community and Conference Center, immediately preceding the opening reception for the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs’ Conference. Now in … Finalists named in 2025 WI Governor’s Business Plan Contest