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Continual skill development is integral for successful entrepreneurs on along their journey. Explore all of the Institute’s events around the state for prospective and current business owners across any industry in any part of Wisconsin.

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Entrepreneurial Training Program Virtual - 10 Sessions

SBDCJanuary 6, 2026 | 5:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - River Falls

Topic: Business Basics

This program is meant for anyone who wants to create, build or grow their business.

First Steps to Starting a Business

SBDCJanuary 7, 2026 | 7:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics

Thinking of starting a business but don't know where to begin?

Entrepreneurial Training Program IN-PERSON: Spring 2026 in Door County

SBDCJanuary 15, 2026 | 5:30PM | Door County Economic Development Corporation, Sturgeon Bay
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Green Bay

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

The Entrepreneurial Training Program is designed for anyone who wants to create, build or grow their business.

GROW: Sales for Food Businesses [Jan 16 - Feb 13]

FFIJanuary 16, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.

SBIR 101 Webinar (January)

CTCJanuary 20, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

$4.5 Billion dollars in product development is available, maybe to you! Learn more about how you might tap the U.S.'s largest seed fund.

Small Business Clinic in Fond du Lac, WI

OBEJanuary 22, 2026 | 9:00AM | Moraine Park Technical College - Fond du Lac Campus, Fond du Lac

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business, Start-up Assistance, Financing, Managing Employees, Customer Relations, Business Accounting and Budget, Cash Flow Management, Tax Planning, Marketing and Sales

Register for a FREE Small Business Clinic at Moraine Park Technical College in Fond du Lac!

Communicating for Success: Engaging SBIR Program Managers Effectively

CTCJanuary 26, 2026 | 12:30PM | Online

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Financing, Managing a Business, Government Contracting, Business Basics

Join this virtual panel discussion with SBIR program managers, centered on effective communication strategies.

Financial Foundations for Food Brands [Feb 2-16]

FFIFebruary 2, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.

Food and Farm Business Consultant Training [Feb 4-19]

FFIFebruary 4, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.

NSF SBIR/STTR 101 + Proposal Prep Webinar w/ Ben Schrag

CTCFebruary 10, 2026 | 11:30AM | Online

Topic: Business Basics

Join NSF Program Manager Ben Schrag to chat about the NSF SBIR/STTR basics and how to start your proposal!

All-State Wisconsin Virtual Entrepreneurial Training Program

SBDCFebruary 12, 2026 | 5:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

Learn to identify customers, assess your industry and competitors, and turn insights into a strong plan to launch or grow your business.

Raising Equity [Feb 26 - Mar 19]

FFIFebruary 26, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.

Entrepreneurial Training Program (ETP)

SBDCFebruary 26, 2026 | 5:30PM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Start-up Assistance, Business Basics

ETP is a course designed to teach participants how to start a new business, grow a business, or make a pivot.

Under Pressure: Brain Science-Based Skills for Stress-Resilient Leadership

SBDCMarch 3, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics

Learn science-backed tools to stay calm, think clearly, and lead effectively under pressure, reducing stress and improving decisions.

Is it the Real World, or is it AI? An Entrepreneur’s 101 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (Non MSBB)

SBDCMarch 3, 2026 | 11:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business

This session offers introductory learnings on Artificial Intelligence within small businesses.

Financial Foundations for Farms [March 4-18]

FFIMarch 4, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.

Launch Into Leadership

SBDCMarch 5, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing Employees

This course allows you to take your first steps in leadership development.

Hire Badgers: Student Staffing Opportunities for Small Business

SBDCMarch 11, 2026 | 10:30AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing Employees

Discover how small businesses and non-profits can hire UW–Madison students through internships and the expanded Work-Study Program.

Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources

SBDCMarch 17, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics

Learn IP fundamentals from the USPTO—how to protect your ideas, avoid common mistakes, and access resources for filing and enforcement.

AI-Enhanced Entrepreneurship: A 102-Level Guide to AI Applications in Business

SBDCMarch 24, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business

This session teaches the deeper levels of Artificial Intelligence at a 102 level.

Entrepreneurial Training Program IN-PERSON: Spring 2026 in Manitowoc

SBDCMarch 26, 2026 | 5:30PM | Progress Lakeshore Inc, Manitowoc
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Green Bay

Topic: Business Basics, Start-up Assistance

The Entrepreneurial Training Program is designed for anyone who wants to create, build or grow their business.

Built to Last: The Entrepreneur's Wellness Framework

SBDCMarch 27, 2026 | 9:00AM | Hybrid | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics

This four-week program helps business owners strengthen their resilience and reduce stress.

Digital Marketing & Social Media Conference

SBDCApril 7, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics

This all day conference teaches how to build your marketing toolkit to gain customers and prospects online.

Strategic Thinking & Planning

SBDCApril 14, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business

This course teaches you how to create long term plans strategically.

Introduction to Financial Management

SBDCApril 20, 2026 | 4:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Financing, Business Accounting and Budget, Business Basics

Focusing on bookkeeping and the fundamentals of accounting, this course teaches you the basics to business finances.

Fearless Performance Management

SBDCApril 21, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics

This course teaches you how to communicate and manage your employees fearlessly.

Human Resources (HR) Basics for Non-HR Professionals

SBDCApril 22, 2026 | 8:30AM | Hybrid | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing a Business, Business Basics, Managing Employees

This course offers the basics on Human Resources such as legal details and best practices for small businesses.

Protecting Your Business Partnership: Buy-Sell Agreements

SBDCApril 28, 2026 | 9:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing a Business, Business Basics

Create or update a buy-sell agreement that defines valuation and transition terms to keep partnership changes smooth and avoid disputes.

Navigating Uncertainty [May 4-14]

FFIMay 4, 2026 | 12:00PM | Online

Get help choosing farm financing options (loans, grants, equity), improving your loan or grant application, and negotiating favorable terms.

Business Taxes 101: A Beginner's Guide to Navigating Self-Employment and Small-Business Taxes

SBDCMay 5, 2026 | 11:15AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Tax Planning, Financing

Learn the basics of business and self-employment taxes to stay compliant, reduce liability, and keep your business financially healthy.

Wisconsin Tax Seminar for New Businesses

SBDCMay 7, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Tax Planning, Business Accounting and Budget, Financing

Gain a basic understanding of Wisconsin business tax laws, including registration, permits, filing, and incentives in this DOR seminar.

Intermediate Financial Management

SBDCMay 12, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Financing, Business Accounting and Budget, Business Basics

Learn to read, analyze, and use financial data to make smarter business decisions, improve profitability, and manage cash flow.

China: BUSINESS, EDUCATION & GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT

SBDCMay 24, 2026 | 7:00PM | Hangzhou, Hangzhou
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Green Bay

China May 25 – June 5, 2026. Study Abroad and International Business Leader trip on digital economy, supply chains, global business and AI.