Welcome to Innovate, UW–Madison’s front door to find resources that support campus inventors and entrepreneurs. I invite you to work directly with campus partners who can provide advice, guidance, and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs and problem solvers at any stage of the innovation process.
– Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska, Vice Chancellor for Research
Explore our database of university resources and programs for campus innovators and entrepreneurs—from early-stage, through incorporation, market introduction and rollout, and beyond.
Campus Events

Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch: Matt Billings
If you are interested in strategic sourcing and supply chain management with top tech firms, now is your chance to meet Matt Billings, Principal Category Manager of Microsoft Cloud & AI. He’s led billion-dollar global teams, driven agile supply strategies, and enhanced semiconductor supply chain resilience. Passionate about mentoring, Matt holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Supply Chain Management from UW–Madison.
- February
- February 19
- Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch sponsored by Neider & Boucher, S.C.Matt Billings, Principal Category Manager of Microsoft Cloud & AIFebruary 19, 12:15 pm, 4151 Grainger HallIf you are interested in strategic sourcing and supply chain management with top tech firms, now is your chance to . . .
- February 25
- Opening your First Retail LocationApart of the Retail Success Series, Join seasoned retail consultants Suzanne Rafenstein and Julia Killian for a three-part, no-cost webinar series in Spring 2025, presented by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue Speaker’s BureauFebruary 25, 10:30 amWhat to consider when opening your bricks and mortar store . . .
- Reclaim Your Day with Delegation: Leveraging a Virtual TeamHow do you know if it’s the right time to start outsourcing and delegating some of your to-do list?February 25, 2:00 pmIdentify When to Delegate – Learn to recognize key business indicators. Differentiate Between Contractors and Employees – Explore the critical distinctions . . .
- February 26
- I’m Doing Everything! How Value Planning Reduces Panic and Builds ValueFor a business owner, retirement often translates into selling your business. Even if you never plan on selling, building your business as though you will sell someday will ensure more efficient operations, clearer business trends.February 26, 11:00 amIn this session, you will: Understand the actions you can take – quantitative and qualitative – that can increase the potential . . .
- Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch sponsored by Neider & Boucher, S.C.Nathan Allman, Chefs For Seniors Co-FounderFebruary 26, 12:15 pm, 4151 Grainger HallJoin us for the exclusive opportunity to meet Nathan Allman, co-founder of Chefs For Seniors, a unique in-home meal preparation . . .
- March
- March 3
- Introduction to Financial ManagementThis course seeks to set participants on the right path by providing a “101” overview of financial bookkeeping, accounting terminology and concepts, a breakdown of the key financial statements, and a brief introduction to financial management.March 3, 4:00 pmEstablishing a good organizational system and clear accounting processes Develop a basic understanding of accounting terminology Understand the key components of the . . .