WIN (Wisconsin Innovation Network) Events Calendar

The Wisconsin Innovation Network (WIN) is The Tech Council's membership subsidiary - a community-based economic development organization dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. In association with the Tech Council, WIN programs focus on the needs and challenges faced by new and growing technology-based businesses in Wisconsin.

WIN Events focus on the needs and challenges faced by new and growing technology-based businesses in Wisconsin, and have effectively assisted companies in the areas of capital, networking, information, and business consultation referrals. If you have questions, Feel free to contact Liz Katz, at 608-442-7557 ext. 27 or lkatz@wisconsintechnologycouncil.com.

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May 15, 2008 DJ Bordini Center, 5 Systems Drive, Appleton	The right presentation to investors can seal the deal: 'Comic Wonder' headlines May 15 WIN-Northeast Learn how to give a successful presentation to investors from Jeff Fitzsimmons, co-founder of Comic Wonder LLC, at the May 15 meeting of the Wisconsin Innovation Network’s Northeast chapter.
May 20, 2008 Sheraton Hotel, 706 John Nolen Drive, Madison	Dane County Regional Airport director to speak at May 20 WIN-Madison Brad Livingston, director of the Dane County Regional Airport, will give an update on the airport's efforts to keep Madison connected to the world during a challenging era for the airline industry. He will be joined by Ron McNeil, a senior consultant with Mead & Hunt and former airline executive with decades of experience in route planning, marketing and operations. *** Please note this event will take place on the 3rd Tuesday of May, as opposed to our regularly scheduled 4th Tuesday WIN events in Madison.
June 9-10, 2008 Hyatt Regency Hotel, 333 W. Kilbourn, Milwaukee	Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference Mark your calendar for the 2008 Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference, to be held June 9-10 at the Hyatt Regency, 333 W. Kilbourn, Milwaukee. Major speakers and guests include: David Brophy, director, Michigan Growth Capital Symposium and University of Michigan Center for Venture Capital and Private Equity Finance G. Steven Burrill, Burrill & Co. (nearly $1 billion in assets under management) Craig Culver, Culver Franchising System (more than 370 restaurants nationwide) John May, Angel Capital Association (North America's alliance of angel groups) Sue Strommer, National Association of Seed and Venture Funds (8,000 innovation capital professionals) Anne Zizzo, Zizzo Group Advertising and Public Relations ($40-million in annual billings) Other highlights include: -- Exclusive forums for investors, such as the I-Q Corridor Investors' Forum and the "First Look" forum featuring pre-commercialization technology from Wisconsin academic institutions -- The Ken Hendricks Memorial "Seize the Day" award -- The fifth annual Governor's Business Plan Contest awards, which will honor 24 finalists and award $200,000 in prizes -- Dozens of hands-on panels, exhibits and networking opportunities More details to be announced in coming weeks!
November 5-6, 2008 Monona Terrace, One John Nolan Dr, Madison, WI	2008 Early Stage Symposium Mark Your Calendar for this event. More details about this conference will follow.