Building Startup Connections Across Wisconsin's Growing Tech Scene

Welcome to the Startup Wisconsin Podcast! Join hosts Jacob Miller and Andrew Verboncouer as they share their vision for building a thriving statewide tech startup community across Wisconsin.In this first episode:🏛️ How we're supporting founders from Green Bay to Milwaukee to Madison🎯 Our approach to year-round community building beyond just Startup Week🤝 Plans for supper clubs, mentorship programs, and meaningful networking experiences📅 What to expect from Startup Wisconsin Week 2025 (November 10-14) Featured Topics:→ Wisconsin startup ecosystem→ Tech entrepreneurship in the Midwest→ Community building for founders→ Startup networking and mentorship→ Wisconsin venture capital and funding→ Green Bay, Milwaukee, and Madison startup scenes Upcoming Guests Include:→ Founders from Siren (Madison sales simulation platform)→ Beth Ott from Starting Block Madison→ Dan Fogarty on thought leadership→ Casey Cammilleri, Sprocket Security→ Ben from Fauna Bio (space hibernation research!)→ Nick Myers, Red Fox AI exit story with Recovery.com Segments:00:00 - Intro & Welcome00:39 - Meet the Hosts04:03 - Startup Wisconsin Mission & Vision05:40 - Why We're Doing This Podcast11:08 - Types of Guests & Conversations15:29 - Sponsor Message16:56 - Government & Policy Discussions17:41 - Community Building Philosophy27:07 - Startup Wisconsin Week 202533:40 - How to Get Involved & Support34:03 - Upcoming Guest Previews37:07 - Outro & Contact Info Podcast SponsorValency FundFlexible funding solutions designed for sustainable growth of Wisconsin companies.Learn more at https://www.valencyfund.com/🔻 Connect With Us 🔻Subscribe to the Startup Wisconsin Newsletterhttps://www.startupwi.org/Upcoming Tech and Startup Events in Wisconsin (400+ every year)https://www.startupwi.org/eventsFollow us on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-wisconsin/Connect with Jacob Miller:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kineticbearInterested in being a guest? Reach [email protected] Wisconsin's mission is to connect, educate, inspire, and grow tech startup communities across the state, not just during events, but year-round. This podcast is part of that vision, creating deeper connections and sharing the knowledge that helps Wisconsin's startup ecosystem thrive.This podcast is made by your friends at Headway.https://www.headway.io