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Main Street Bounceback Technical Assistance - Office of Business and Entrepreneurship Main Street Bounceback Technical Assistance Main Street Bounceback now has opportunities beyond the funding , offering small businesses in Wisconsin no-cost educational resources, expert consulting, and specialized training! Check out our Course Catalog ; or if you’re not sure where to start, reach out to our Business Navigator !
These technical assistance offerings are being supported, by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center Network. What is the Main Street Bounceback Program? In a continued effort since 2020, the Main Street Bounceback Program is a grant initiative designed to help Wisconsin’s small businesses recover and thrive in the midst of economic challenges.
This program is targeted towards local entrepreneurs, fostering vibrant communities across the state. Through a partnership with the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC), we now offer a series of classes and workshops at no cost to eligible businesses.
These educational opportunities provide valuable skills, insights, and tools that help businesses build stronger foundations, make informed decisions, and navigate their growth journey. This program is open to anyone that is an owner, employee, or staff member of a for-profit small business that meets each of the following criteria: Currently operating and open for business (does not include pre-venture) Questions regarding eligibility?
Contact Dylan Brown to discuss! Check out our Client Success Stories! Access all no-cost training events offered in-person, online and hybrid modes to Main Street Bounceback Grant awardees and eligible small businesses.
Choose from various offerings, ranging from hour-long sessions to 6-week cohorts. Entrepreneurial How-To Video Series Explore tutorials designed for people starting or expanding their small business! Explore complex but important topics – Law, Lending and Accounting – in an approachable way on your own time.
Looking for additional assistance? We offer no-cost, confidential consulting to all Wisconsin small businesses. If you are looking to get connected to a center near you, check out the links below.
Explore Consulting (in Spanish) If you have a question about the program, eligibility, registration or more, check out our ever-changing FAQs. Suggestions to improve the process? Stay up to date on future trainings, initiatives, and other offerings provided by the Main Street Bounceback Technical Assistance program.
Dylan Brown, Business Navigator Dylan specializes in business development, project management and strategic communication. He has a strong passion for helping others to meet their own goals. Dylan attributes his success in achieving better business outcomes to simply asking the right questions.
Gathering the additional perspective by asking more questions allows organizations to shift focus towards the most important metrics and produce measurable outcomes. Contact Dylan Brown for your personalized concierge plan to see what services YOU should connect with to enhance your business. Contact Dylan Brown for your personalized concierge plan to see what services YOU should connect with to enhance your business.
Business Name (if applicable) What can we help your business with? (Required) Main Street Bounceback Technical Assistance Partnership The Wisconsin SBDC is able to provide this technical assistance to Main Street Bounceback recipients due to a key partnership with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit businesses located in Wisconsin with fewer than 500 employees. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Main Street Bounceback Technical Assistance Program is funded by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Ignite Wisconsin is a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) that funds regional consortiums working to grow startup ecosystems and entrepreneurial activity across Wisconsin. The program invests in collaborative efforts to build robust innovation infrastructure, support early-stage companies, and strengthen regional networks of investors, mentors, and entrepreneurs. Past awards include $950,000 to the Wisconsin Frontier Technology Consortium. Eligible applicants are regional consortiums focused on expanding startup ecosystems throughout the state. The most recent application deadline was October 31, 2025. Check the WEDC website for information on future solicitation cycles and eligibility requirements for Ignite Wisconsin funding.
7 Rivers Small Business Revitalization Grant Program is a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), administered by the 7 Rivers Alliance, that provides micro-grants of up to $10,000 directly to small businesses in Western Wisconsin, with a focus on rural communities. Funded through a $250,000 WEDC Small Business Development Grant, eligible uses include equipment and technology upgrades, building improvements, façade renovations, new signage, and startup working capital or rent assistance for up to three months. Applicants must participate in up to 20 hours of ongoing education, mentorship, or technical assistance, though businesses may substitute a 10% cash match in lieu of technical assistance. This program targets small businesses looking to stabilize, modernize, or launch operations in underserved rural communities across the 7 Rivers region of Wisconsin.
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