2026 Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor's Small Business Academy
May 5, 2026
The Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy offers practical advice from business owners who have successfully made it through the initial stages of starting and growing their companies.
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As many small business owners will tell you, there’s the part you’re passionate about—and then there’s all the other stuff that comes with owning a business. You know, all the financial, legal, marketing, logistical, and technological work it takes to run a business.
The Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy offers practical advice from business owners who have successfully made it through the initial stages of starting and growing their companies.
If you’re considering starting a business, trying to grow your existing small business, or trying to get an idea or a startup off the ground, take advantage of this free, annual virtual and in-person event. Review the agenda.
This year’s academy, offers online workshops scheduled for May 5-7. Topics include:
- Financing options
- Legal concerns
- Regulatory issues
- Information technology
- Small business certifications
- Identifying markets and sales opportunities
May 8 offers in-person sessions hosted by partner organizations at the following locations across the state: Eau Claire, Green Bay, Janesville, La Crosse, Lac Du Flambeau, Milwaukee Downtown and Milwaukee South, Madison, Marshfield, and Racine.
If you register to attend in-person programming on Friday, May 8 you will receive a separate email with venue and program details.
Register Today: Register Here