In Southeast Wisconsin, Founder Factory is launching startups around validated technologies, not just ideas.
May 13, 2026
WEDC
September 17, 2025
Celebrating Innovation: Highlights from the SBIR Advance 10th Anniversary Showcase
On Thursday, September 11th, we gathered to celebrate the achievements of Wisconsin’s top tech entrepreneurs at the SBIR Advance 10th Anniversary Showcase.
July 9, 2025
How the OBBBA Repeal of Section 174 Could Supercharge Your Startup
Big news for startups and innovators: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has reversed the “Innovation Tax” under Section 174.
June 5, 2024
Small Business Clinic Connects Entrepreneurs with Resources and Expertise
The Small Business Clinic brought together entrepreneurs and resource providers for a day focused on practical tools, expert guidance, and connections designed to help small businesses start, grow, and succeed.
May 15, 2024
2024 Governor’s Business Plan Contest: Learn about 7 of the Diligent (Baker’s) Dozen
Thirteen entries representing a diverse mix of tech products or services will present live at the 21st annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest.
November 17, 2022
AI/ML and Data Science Innovation
The Wisconsin Center for Technology Commercialization (CTC) hosted an educational open forum event November 2nd at the UW-Milwaukee Innovation Accelerator in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
October 25, 2022
Solar Forma Design Installs First E-Cacia Solar Tree
Solar Forma Design, an Ideadvance Seed Fund awardee and SBDC at UW-Eau Claire client, is through the commercialization process and is officially bringing their product to market.
August 5, 2021
CTC and clients connect with SBA Administrator Guzman
tist entrepreneurs Connie Lebakken and Carol Hirschmugl started their companies they never imagined they would be meeting with a cabinet-level official in the federal government.
June 9, 2021
Solar Forma harnesses energy — and beauty — of nature
Did you know solar panels could look like trees or gentle waves? Solar Forma, an Ideadvance Seed Fund awardee and SBDC at UW-Eau Claire client, is out to revolutionize the way we view green energy.