The University of Milwaukee Research Foundation (UWMRF) Bridge Grant Program was created to support commercialized innovations developed at UWM and foster the development of startup companies that strengthen Milwaukee’s and the state’s economy. Backed by support from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Capital Catalyst Program, the UWMRF Grant Program recently awarded four $25,000 grants … UWMRF awards $100,000 in grants to Milwaukee startups
The Great Lakes have always been a key asset to the growth and development of Milwaukee. Now, as the world struggles to find the freshwater needed to support growing populations and economies, the Great Lakes have become even more essential. But, there is something lurking beneath the water’s surface that threatens this precious resource by … AnitMussel attacks invasive zebra mussels
Forbes Magazine recently released its list of America’s Best Startup Employers of 2023. The list of 500 companies is dominated by coastal startups, with a few exceptions. And one of those is Milwaukee’s own Neostella, and Wisconsin’s sole representation on the list. Forbes ranked more than 2,600 startup businesses based on company reputation, employee satisfaction … Neostella shines on Forbes list
It’s Friday, finally! Time to catch up on some of the good things happening in our great city’s startup and entrepreneurship scene. Below is a list of click-worthy articles that will end your week with a smile. If you have some startup ecosystem good news to share, please send it to info@MKEStartup.News The biggest story of the week! … TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Funded): This week in MKE startup success
Augmented Reality (AR) in marketing sounds futuristic, but you’ve probably already used it. If you’ve used a virtual model to try on clothing, scanned the QR code on a brochure to get additional information, or taken a virtual tour, you are an AR user. AR provides interactive ways for brands to engage its customers. The … RealityBLU makes AR accessible to small businesses
Milwaukee-based Rex Academy is leading the way in providing accessible STEM education. The company has created a partnership with University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) that will allow Rex Academy students to transfer up to six credits of coursework toward a Bachelor of Science in Information Science & Technology degree at UWM. Founded in 2015 by Sandhya … Rex Academy partners with UW-Milwaukee
It’s Friday, finally! Time to catch up on some of the good things happening in our great city’s startup and entrepreneurship scene. Below is a list of click-worthy articles that will end your week with a smile. If you have some startup ecosystem good news to share, please send it to info@MKEStartup.New Meet Milwaukee’s VC414 The Interview: Jennifer … TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Funded): This week in MKE startup success
MADISON, Wis. – Forty-nine entries from 25 different municipalities have advanced to the semi-final round of the 20th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest, contest producers announced. Contestants emerged in first-round competition involving an independent panel of about 70 judges organized through the Wisconsin Technology Council and its programs, the Tech Council Innovation Network and … 49 entries advance in 2023 Wisconsin Governor’s BPC
StickyLickits could be Wisconsin’s next great startup success. Company founder, Linda York, has developed a product that supports healthy eating in kids while encouraging kids to have fun with their food. The company makes edible stickers featuring some of the hottest stars in the Pre-K universe, including PAW Patrol, Elmo and Sponge Bob. The product … West Coast company finds new home in Milwaukee
It’s Friday, finally! Time to catch up on some of the good things happening in our great city’s startup and entrepreneurship scene. Below is a list of click-worthy articles that will end your week with a smile. If you have some startup ecosystem good news to share, please send it to info@MKEStartup.News Meet VC 414’s Raquel Filmanwicz Raquel … TGIF (Thank Goodness It’s Funded): This week in MKE startup success