WHAT IS THE FaBcap ACCELERATOR?

FaBcap is a business and finance program designed to build the capacity and capitalization of Wisconsin’s growing food and beverage companies, positioning them for success as a sustainable food or beverage business.

Ten growing companies are selected to participate in the one-year accelerator and these companies are anticipated to be on the front edge of market demands.

Accelerator participants, or “Cappers,” benefit from a dedicated industry coach, facilitated cohort meetings, a FaBcap Innovation Conference to kick the year off, and a Capstone event to graduate and receive a $10,000 check!

WHAT CAN THE SELECTED 10 CAPPERS EXPECT?

• A year of one-on-one personal and Certified Financial and Business Coaching from Brad Rostowfske, FaB Wisconsin’s Director of Industry Growth and Tera Johnson, Director of the Food Finance Institute (approximately 80 hours)
• A year of one-on-one “issue” coaching from industry experts
• Five facilitated cohort meetings at area food companies (subjects covered include marketing, sales, operations, etc.)
• A one-day Innovation Conference to kick things off
• A FaBcapstone Closing Ceremony and a pitch to share their story, success and ambitions
• A prepared company packaging for use in future financial requests
• A $10,000 cash award

Learn more and apply by August 16.

Sustainability is about people. It’s about you. It’s about all of us — together. To create a better future, we must honor the diverse experiences that make us human. But, at the same time, we must embrace the universal humanity that connects us all.

At Sustain Dane’s Badger Bioneers Conference, we will explore the idea of human(ity) — the duality of celebrating our diversity while deepening our connection. Neighbors, students, educators, activists, professionals, and volunteers will unite for a full day. Together, we will build a movement for a happy, healthy future in our region and beyond.

You are invited to be a part of it all. Gain new skills through hands-on activities that will challenge you to think outside the box. Dive into new perspectives with engaging speakers. Build relationships across sectors and neighborhoods. Learn how we fit into the national picture through video keynote presentations. Celebrate local changemakers with the Badger Bioneer Awards. Surround yourself with people who, like you, care about our community, economy, and planet.

Join us for a transformative and uplifting day. All are welcome at Sustain Dane’s 9th annual Badger Bioneers Conference. Learn more.

Register now for UW–Madison’s premier business engagement event. Take this opportunity to connect with UW–Madison business engagement teams along with companies already deploying UW resources.

We’ve designed a fast-moving event with interactive sessions, an inside look at some amazing Badger innovations, and time for you to meet with content experts. And did we mention Babcock Ice Cream?

By attending you will:

• Develop next steps for beginning or expanding your relationship with UW–Madison
• Improve your awareness of the breadth of UW–Madison resources and how they can advance your business
• Personalize your experience by selecting sessions based on the needs of your organization
• Establish connections with contacts at UW–Madison and the business community through networking

Explore the current Agenda and reserve your spot on campus today!

Celebrating 30 years of impact supporting those who start, strengthen or grow small business in our state. Meet WWBIC’s Team and enjoy food and beverages from several Wisconsin small business clients. Supporting small business, supports your community.

Register online.

Connect and Drive Sales
Food Export will be conducting a Value-Added Feed Ingredients Buyers Mission in conjunction with the World Dairy Expo. The strong economic growth in international markets has been supporting an ongoing development of the feed ingredient sector. The demand for feed supplements and additives continues to rise.

You’ll meet with pre-qualified buyers from around the world in pre-arranged, one-on-one meetings right here in the U.S., generate new sales leads, and build relationships with key industry players! It’s the perfect low-cost opportunity to meet qualified buyer from around the world in one place!

Early Deadline: August 11, 2017 – $150
Registration Deadline: September 1, 2017 – $225

Learn more.