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The Madison College Center for Entrepreneurship invites you to use our resources to explore your ideas and take action.
Sign up for workshops, get advice from experienced entrepreneurs, or compete in a business planning contest.
We are here to empower both our students and our community. Find out how we can help you on your entrepreneurial journey today.
Workshops and Events
Workshops cover a diverse range of topics, including marketing, artificial intelligence (AI), and managing finances. All workshops are free and open to the public.
Money Narratives Unpacking the Stories We Tell Ourselves
Wednesday, September 10 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Online
Before you can master your money, you need to understand the mindset behind it. In this powerful one-hour session, we’ll explore the hidden stories, beliefs, and assumptions we carry about money, many of which were shaped long before we earned our first paycheck. These narratives influence how we spend, save, and set goals, often without us even realizing it. This session lays the foundation for lasting financial change—because without addressing the why behind our habits, we can’t meaningfully shift the how.
Register for Unpacking the Stories We Tell Ourselves
Personal and Business Finances for the Entrepreneur
Wednesday, October 8 | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Madison College, Truax Campus, Health Building - Room 228
Effective money management is critical to your entrepreneurial success. This session will guide you in organizing your money, separating your personal and business finances, opening business accounts, and setting yourself up to get the support and financing you need to grow. You’ll learn strategies to manage an irregular income and resources that can help you achieve personal and business success.
Sign up to Attend Finances for the Entrepreneur
Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Small Business Marketing
Wednesday, October 22 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Madison College, Truax Campus, Health Building - Room 218
Curious about AI but not sure where to start? This sneak peek into AI for Small Business Marketing will show you how easy it can be to use AI tools to save time, create content, and reach the right customers. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity!
Register for AI for Small Business Marketing
Personal to Business Finance Workshop in Spanish
Wednesday, November 12 | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Online
Join us for this Personal to Business Finance Webinar with Angie Rojas Agudelo. Are you thinking about starting a business? Start with the right foot by getting your personal finances organized and set the stage for success. Join us to learn a few tips and avoid extra work later!
Consult with our Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIRs)
Have a business idea? Need help scaling your business? Schedule a free consultation with our team of Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIRs) to discuss your needs and receive 1:1 coaching services, or stop by during open office hours.
Schedule an Appointment
Get in touch with an entrepreneur in residence for free 1:1 coaching. Join our email list so you never miss an event.
Attend Open Office Hours
All entrepreneurs are welcome to walk in to get advice and help with business planning.
Goodman South Campus
STEM Center
2429 Perry St Room 111B
Madison
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Tuesday, September 16
- Tuesday, October 21
- Tuesday, November 18
Fort Atkinson Campus
827 Banker Rd, Room 120C
Fort Atkinson
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Friday, September 5
- Friday, October 3
- Friday, November 7
- Friday, December 5
Madison College Challenge
Our business plan competition is open to all current Madison College students. The competition consists of 3 rounds – executive summary submission, coaching from Entrepreneurs in Residence, bootcamp and the final pitch for cash prize.
Madison College Pitch
The Pitch is a business planning competition for area high school students. High School students create and submit a video to explain their business idea, which can earn them a chance to “pitch” at the event before a panel of judges for a cash prize.
Two-Minute Trep-Tips Video Series
Get actionable advice in just two minutes! Our Two-Minute Trep-Tips offer quick insights to boost your entrepreneurial journey. Watch now on the Center for Entrepreneurship YouTube channel.
Additional Resources for Entrepreneurs
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready
A free program featuring coaching, networking, and more.
This free resource will provide you with training, advice, and other community-related content to give your small business a boost.
#FacesofFounders fosters diversity and inclusion in entrepreneurship, supporting business creators from all places, races and genders.
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Initiative
The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women online course is a free-to-access, practical business education program, available to all women around the world. It includes ten essential business courses providing critical tools across all aspects of business, from leadership to negotiations, marketing and sales.
Have a great idea? The WiSYS Technology Foundation helps Madison College students, faculty and staff commercialize products and protect intellectual property.