Governor’s Business Plan Contest open for statewide entries through Jan. 31, 2025

MADISON, Wis. – The annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest is accepting entries online for the 2025 competition until 11:59 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, 2025.

The Wisconsin Technology Council produces the contest to encourage entrepreneurs statewide in the startup stages of tech-based businesses. It links up-and-coming entrepreneurs with a statewide network of community resources, expert advice and mentoring, management talent and possible sources of capital.

Over time, the contest has led to valuable exposure for each year’s top business plans while spurring company and job growth in Wisconsin. In 2024, finalists shared in about $120,000 in cash and service prizes. The contest’s major sponsors include the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp...