Welcome to the Wisconsin Technology Council Community Events Calendar, where you will find events designed to assist in the development, growth and success of science- and technology-based businesses in Wisconsin.
To submit your Event for inclusion in the Wisconsin Technology Council Events Calendar, fill out the Events Calendar Submission Form.
January 6 - April 21, 2010
Come experience science as exploring the unknown every week at Wednesday Nite @ the Lab. Discover the latest from UW-Madison researchers as they describe their investigations and inventions that are changing how we look at life and how we lead our lives. Join the discussion as learners of all ages find out more and share their ideas, questions and insights.
February 16 - March 30, 2010
Madison
Attend this special, eight session SBIR/STTR writing course for entrepreneurs and researchers to write and submit a competitive NIH research proposal for the upcoming deadlines.
February 17 - March 24, 2010
Madison
Preparation is key to the success of any venture. Whether you are starting a new business, growing an established one, or launching a new product or service, a thoughtful plan will prevent problems and move you toward your goal.
March 9-23, 2010
Madison
Managing human resources has become one of the most important, complicated, and risky aspects of business. Your employees can be your greatest asset your business can have. They can also be your biggest challenge. This series will help you understand the requirements of the the law regarding human resources issues. You will also learn to create a positive and fair work climate.
March 10-24, 2010
Madison
This series will help you understand how to build a new or improve an existing web site. From web design to search engine optimization (SEO) to e-commerce practices, this series will help you achieve the type of site that will be most productive for your business by meeting your customer's needs and desires.
March 11-23, 2010
Madison
Current research shows that managing people is one of the most stessful and challenging aspects of business. People often lack training and skill development in supervision. This series is designed to give you a basic understanding of your role as a supervisor and to provide you with the skills you most need to lead and supervise others.
March 11, 2010
Madison
Think commercial LIMS systems are unaffordable?
Think again.
Join us to learn how advancements in laboratory data managements have made LIMS accessible to all.
March 12, 2010
Waukesha, WI
Our 8th Annual MIT Club of Wisconsin Tech Awards are around the corner, sign up today for the event!
March 16, 2010
Madison, WI
Act now to attend this workshop that will help make you more productive and efficient.
March 16, 2010
Madison, WI
Share best practices to make your entire team more efficient while learning new techniques.
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March 16, 2010
Madison, WI
The meeting will focus on “Obama after Year One” and “Maintaining Brand Consistency” in a global market.
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March 16, 2010
Madison, WI
This series focuses on Wisconsin food products that are industry leaders in research or production.
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March 17, 2010
Madison, WI
Learn how to increase savings, profits and market share; reduce energy use; and find new customers.
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March 17-18, 2010
Green Bay, WI
You negotiate daily - master the process.
Create positive outcomes from differing points of view through principled negotiation strategies.
March 19, 2010
Madison, WI
UW Professor Randy Stoecker and the Morgridge Center's Beth Tryon will present "Using Research Findings to Create New Models of Service Learning," based on their new book, The Unheard Voices: Community Organizations and Service Learning.
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March 22, 2010
Madison, WI
Free outreach workshops for attorneys, policy makers, state agencies, civil society groups, students, and others interested in global legal issues.
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March 22-24, 2010
Madison, WI
Topics include revitalizing products and services, cultivating your brand, and more.
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March 24-26, 2010
Milwaukee, WI
The summit focuses on “The New Green Economy: Opportunities and Challenges” in three topical groupings. Click here for more.
March 24, 2010
Madison, WI
Vandana Shiva, author of Soil Not Oil, will discuss food insecurity, peak oil, and climate change.
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March 25-26, 2010
Menasha
Participants will identify, and share, best practices and success stories; local and state policy needs; and the education, research, and outreach needs impacting sustainability.
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March 25, 2010
Pewaukee, WI
Wisconsin Manufactures and Commerce and the Wisconsin Safety Council co-host this symposium.
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March 25, 2010
Madison, WI
Gavin Schmidt, climate modeler at the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies in New York, is the presenter.
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April 6, 2010
This is a comprehensive combination of courses, individual coaching and business plan development that is designed to help entrepreneurs develop business skills and attract finainacing. This program is available for start-up ventures or business expansion.
April 7 - June 2, 2010
Madison, Wi
Develop and refine your skills to win in business, motivate yourself, work in harmony with your values and thrive in changing environments. Notable presenters share their perspectives for success in these engaging keynotes. Click here for more information.
April 7-21, 2010
Madison
This series can help you get your Web site noticed by your customers on the web. Using promotional tactics, influential copy, social meda and paid advertising you can increase traffic to your site and make more sales.
April 8-22, 2010
Madison, WI
This three program series will help you sharpen the tough skills of influencing and motivating people to perform, grow and thrive during the ever present change we all live with.
April 13 - May 6, 2010
Madison, WI
If you are planning to start or have recently started a business, Small Business Fundamentals is an excellent value, providing you with: Expert advice - taught by a team of business practitioners experienced in accounting, finance, law, marketing, insurance and human resources; Practical Applictions - packed with information you cn use immediately to improve your bottom line and ensure success for your business; Flexibility - makeup sessions are available if you can't make a particular evening.
April 15-29, 2010
Madison, WI
Check out these three sales programs to help you succeed in any economy. Click
here for more details.
April 21, 2010
Madison
World leaders in multidisciplinary areas will address key hurdles faced in advancing stem cell therapeutics into clinical and commercial applications.
This public symposium is co-coordinated by the University of Wisconsin Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine Center, the Waisman Clinical Biomanufacturing Facility (UW-Madison) and the BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute. These organizations, along with The Automation Partnership, Promega Corporation and WiCell Research Institute, are serving as Platinum Sponsors.
April 22-23, 2010
Madison (Fitchburg)
What is consciousness? Guided by leaders in their fields, including philosophy, physics, botany, neurochemistry, and contemplative practice, this year’s program is designed to allow participants to explore many dimensions of this fascinating - and elusive – topic. The BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute and Promega Corporation are co-coordinating this event, joined as Platinum Sponsors by Michael Best & Friedrich LLP and the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation.
April 28-30, 2010
Madison, WI
In this course you will develop new practical management skills in both strategic planning and operational eduction. These skills will enable you to set up and manage teams of people to achieve breakthrough results.
June 12, 2010
June 12, 2010 The Westin Leipzig - Leipzig, Germany EuroMedtech is the annual medical technology partnering conference that provides unparalleled opportunities for collaboriation among medtech decision makers and investors.
August 11, 2010
Madison
The fourth annual "Resource Rendezvous" will be held Aug. 11, 2010, at the UW-Madison College of Engineering. Please join us to hear from representatives of major federal agencies with research and development programs, especially around defense, homeland security and energy. More details will be announced in coming months, including a line-up of speakers and presenters.
November 10-11, 2010
Details of this conference will be announced at a later date.
