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December 10 – 12

The Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development

When small businesses succeed, Wisconsin thrives.

Join Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation for this annual educational, networking, and contracting event for women, minority, veteran, disabled, and LGBTQ+ small business owners.

MARKETPLACE is an educational and networking opportunity for diversely owned small businesses. If you’re wondering how to get your foot in the door with government and private sector buyers and lay the groundwork for contracts that will grow your business, this is a great place to start.

 Dec. 10 – Virtual
The Contracting Academy

 Dec. 11-12 – In-person
Seminars, Panels and Networking Sessions
Baird Center, Milwaukee, WI

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THERE’S SO MUCH TO LOOK FORWARD TO AT MARKETPLACE

One-on-one meetings with government and private-sector buyers interested in your product or service

Industry roundtables where you can learn how to contract for health care, construction, energy, and more

Breakout sessions on trending topics that affect your business such as AI, digital marketing, access to capital, and more

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Connect with buyers for federal, state, and local governments; educational institutions; and corporations.

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Network and market your business in our tradeshow-style exhibit hall.

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Connect your brand directly with your audiences by becoming a sponsor.

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Register online for discounted admission to MARKETPLACE.

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Expand your business opportunities today

Facilitate connections through networking, workshops, panel discussions, buyer meetings and much more. Connect with resources and potentially make a deal or lay the framework for a future contract.

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Whether you’re interested in attending, exhibiting, sponsoring, networking or finding new diverse suppliers, we’re here to help.

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