Calling all entrepreneurs! Applications are now being accepted for the Wisconsin Technology Council’s 2025 Early Stage Symposium, taking place Nov. 5-6 at the Monona Terrace in Madison.
This year’s conference theme is “The spark starts here: Igniting Wisconsin’s next hot ventures” and features four unique opportunities for founders to get in front of investors:
🎤 Open Mic Quick Pitches – 2-minute founder stories, no Q&A.
💡 Tech Council Investor Networks Track – 5-minute presentations from 20+ startups
🏆 Elevator Pitch Olympics – 90-second pitches scored live by investors
🤝 Investor Intros – pre-scheduled, one-on-one meetings with angels & VCs from Wisconsin and beyond
Applicants can register at a steeply discounted $79 rate, which includes four meals, networking, your company profile in the investor-only booklet and much more. Bonus: Entrepreneurs who register and fill out their application can also reserve free table space during networking sessions (limited availability).
🗓 Deadline to apply: Friday, Oct. 3 at 5 p.m. Don’t miss this chance to be seen, heard and make connections that could spark your next