2023 SPARK applications are now open

  CheqYes is excited to announce applications are now open for the fifth annual Spark competition. Spark is a community-based startup pitch platform for entrepreneurs and business owners in the Chequamegon Bay. This exciting event is brought to you by CheqYes with the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center at UW Superior as our presenting sponsor. Local…

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$25 million added to the Main Street Bounce Back grant

In September 2022, Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. announced an additional $25 million in funding for the Main Street Bounceback Grant program. The program is aimed at helping small businesses and nonprofits move or expand into vacant commercial spaces. The additional funding brings the total investment of the program to $100…

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The SPARK business pitch contest is back!

Spark is a community-based startup pitch platform for entrepreneurs and business owners in the Chequamegon Bay. This exciting event brought to you by CheqYes with the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center at UW Superior as our presenting sponsor. Local entrepreneurs are invited to apply to pitch their business ideas. Applications are due by March 18th.…

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Wisconsin Cooperatives Feasibility Grant

Wisconsin Cooperative Feasibility Grant The WCFG Program is designed to support the success of current and future cooperatives by allowing them to explore all facets of their business before large investments are made. Eligible projects include: • Comprehensive feasibility study • Partial feasibility study elements. To Apply, email Kietra.Olson@WEDC.org with WI Coop Feasibility Grant in…

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Wisconsin Focus on Energy Funding

We want to help Wisconsin businesses get the most out of their energy and business dollar. Flex your investment power and turn energy savings into profits by participating in FOCUS ON ENERGY® Focus on Energy has offerings designed for customers of participating utilities who operate in a variety of fields, including, but not limited to:…

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