Ignite Small Business and Startup Support

02/03/2026

Got a business challenge? Bring it to Idea Slam! Join fellow entrepreneurs for live brainstorming, meaningful connections, and fresh ideas—no pitching, just collaboration.
📍 Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts
📅 Thursday, Feb. 19, 4:00–6:00 p.m.

Register now: https://business.envisiongreaterfdl.com/events/Details/idea-slam-small-business-networking-and-collaborating-1636355?sourceTypeId=Website

01/29/2026

Entrepreneurs and small business owners are invited to Idea Slam—a collaborative networking and problem-solving event led by Pat Miller of the Small Business Owners Community. Connect with peers, share ideas, and tackle real challenges together.
📍 Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts
📅 Thursday, Feb. 19, 4:00–6:00 p.m.

Register now: https://business.envisiongreaterfdl.com/events/Details/idea-slam-small-business-networking-and-collaborating-1636355?sourceTypeId=Website

01/19/2026

📊✨ Your Business. Your Questions. One Day. ✨📊

Mark your calendar for the Small Business Clinic on Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. This free, flexible event lets you drop in for expert advice, educational sessions, and networking that fits your schedule.

🔹 One-on-one, no-cost consulting
🔹 Sessions on planning, marketing, finance, legal, AI & more
🔹 Meals and refreshments included

Hosted by the Universities of Wisconsin OBE, Wisconsin SBDC Network, and Envision Greater Fond du Lac—designed to help your business thrive.
Register now: https://bit.ly/3KY6sZ0

01/16/2026

🚀 Grow Your Business—Your Way!

The Small Business Clinic is coming to Fond du Lac on Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM–4:30 PM. This free event lets you build your own schedule with expert consulting, educational sessions, and networking—all under one roof.

💡 Topics include marketing, finance, legal, AI, funding & more
🤝 Connect with trusted business resource partners
🥐 Breakfast, lunch & refreshments provided

Presented by the Universities of Wisconsin OBE, Wisconsin SBDC Network, and Envision Greater Fond du Lac. Register now: https://bit.ly/3KY6sZ0

01/09/2026

🚀 Grow Your Business—Your Way!

The Small Business Clinic is coming to Fond du Lac on Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM–4:30 PM. This free event lets you build your own schedule with expert consulting, educational sessions, and networking—all under one roof.

💡 Topics include marketing, finance, legal, AI, funding & more
🤝 Connect with trusted business resource partners
🥐 Breakfast, lunch & refreshments provided

Presented by the Universities of Wisconsin OBE, Wisconsin SBDC Network, and Envision Greater Fond du Lac.
Register now: https://business.envisiongreaterfdl.com/events/Details/small-business-clinic-1595566?sourceTypeId=Website

01/08/2026

Thinking about starting a business in 2026—or ready to take your existing one to the next level? Start the year strong by attending our upcoming Small Business Clinic in Fond du Lac!

📅 Thursday, January 22
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Moraine Park Technical College

Drop in for a session or stay all day. Come and go as your schedule allows. Meet directly with trusted business advisors and learn from experts—all at no cost.

Register now: bit.ly/SBC-FDL

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01/08/2026

☕💬 Sip, Chat & Ignite 2026 💬☕

Join us Monday, January 12, 2026 | 8:00–9:00 a.m. for Ignite 2026 Preview: Sip & Chat. Get a sneak peek at new workshops and programs, enjoy catered coffee, and connect with others while sharing ideas for future business topics.

A relaxed way to start the year—and spark what’s next! ✨
Register now: https://business.envisiongreaterfdl.com/events/Details/ignite-2026-preview-sip-chat-1595528?sourceTypeId=Website

01/05/2026

☕✨ Ignite 2026 Preview: Sip & Chat ✨☕

Kick off a new year of Ignite programming on Monday, January 12, 2026 | 8:00–9:00 a.m. Join us to preview upcoming workshops, enjoy fresh coffee, and connect with fellow attendees while sharing ideas on business topics you want to see in 2026.

Sip, chat, and get inspired for the year ahead! 🚀
Register now: https://bit.ly/4apAwHh

01/05/2026

$20,000 grant opportunity available for small businesses!

Sign up for a FREE Lunch n' Learn webinar by 5:00 p.m. tonight.
Applications are due January 16.

$20,000 grant opportunity available for small businesses!

Learn more about the Amex Shop Small Grants Program, including receiving grant application assistance, during our Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, January 7th.

We will answer your questions and help you complete a strong grant application.

Grant funds can be used to help your business grow, innovate and support local communities!

For more information about the grant, visit: https://mainstreet.org/about/partner-collaborations/amex-shop-small-grant-program

To register for the Lunch and Learn, visit: https://livedoorcounty.org/events/

12/30/2025

📣 Small Business Owners & Entrepreneurs!

Join us for a Small Business Clinic on Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. — a free, one-stop event where you choose your own adventure.

✔️ No-cost, confidential consulting
✔️ 60-minute sessions on marketing, finance, legal, AI & more
✔️ Drop in as your schedule allows
✔️ Breakfast, lunch & refreshments included

Hosted by the Universities of Wisconsin OBE, Wisconsin SBDC Network, and Envision Greater Fond du Lac. Connect, learn, and grow your business—all in one day! 🚀
Register now: https://business.envisiongreaterfdl.com/events/Details/small-business-clinic-1595566?sourceTypeId=Website