Come join us at the BioNetWork Power Hour for a free networking event for biotechnology professionals of all levels to come relax, meet others in their profession in a casual atmosphere, and have an opportunity to exchange great ideas. BioNetWork Power Hour sponsorships and donations directly support Easter Seals of Wisconsin along with other charitable organizations and future scholarships.

Who Should Attend: All employees that work for a Biotech, Life Science, Medical Device, and all others that work in the biotechnology related supply/service industry. *This also includes all other industries that want to help support Easter Seals of Wisconsin.

What to Expect: Free food which includes hamburgers and brats; drinks which includes beer provided by MobCraft Beer; guest griller will be Don Zukowski and ESPN will be on site broadcasting live. There will also be games, prizes, and music along with raffle items to support Easter Seals of Wisconsin from the UW Sports department, Hotel packages, and other items.

Register online.

Ever wondered what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Participate in Madison Startup Weekend — part of a global grassroots movement of active and empowered entrepreneurs who are learning the basics of founding startups and launching successful ventures.

Whether entrepreneurs found companies, find a cofounder, meet someone new, or learn a skill far outside their usual 9-to-5, everyone is guaranteed to leave the event better prepared to navigate the chaotic but fun world of startups.

Register now for the best weekend of your life!

Wisconsin downtown and urban commercial districts are invited to apply for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s Connect Communities program, an initiative that works with those organizations to advance revitalization efforts.

Connect Communities offers technical assistance resources, creates networking opportunities and connects local leaders to financial/technical assistance programs. The program is offered to communities that have an interest in revitalizing their downtowns/urban commercial districts and has 34 members throughout the state.

Those who are part of the program say is has provided them with valuable resources that have made a difference in revitalizing their downtowns.

WEDC provides participating communities a range of services and resources, including a network group to receive new ideas from others participating in Connect Communities; participation in a Main Street director workshop and roundtable discussions; an on-site visit from a WEDC community account manager to assist in identifying needs and offering assistance; and access to additional training sessions and materials.

For more information, or to apply by the April 10 deadline, visit http://inwisconsin.com/connectcommunities.

Save the date! Green County Development Corporation is pleased to announce that its Annual Dinner will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at Turner Hall in Monroe.

The event will include a social hour, dinner, speakers and much more! Additional information and registration coming soon.

For more information email gcdc@tds.net or call 608.328.9432.

The BIO 2015 Business Scholarship Program enables Wisconsin bioscience companies (health, agriculture, energy, medical device, etc.) to participate fully in the BIO 2015 International Convention to be held June 15-18 in Philadelphia, PA. This scholarship grants access to BIO’s One-on-One Business Partnering (valued at $2599).

Awards will be based on articulated need and are subject to specific criteria as described in the application. BIOforward will select the scholarship recipients.

• Applications are due to BioForward by March 20th, 2015.
• Scholarships will be announced by March 30th, 2015.
• Early registration rates for BIO 2015 end on April 23rd, 2015.

Apply online.