Applications, registration open for 2024 Early Stage Symposium

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Microsoft’s $3.3-billion data center project will be the subject of the Nov. 14 morning keynote at the in-person 2024 Early Stage Symposium at Madison’s Monona Terrace.

Panelists include Balamurugan Balakreshnan, chief artificial intelligence officer WMW/chief architect for Microsoft, and Joe Hamann, executive director of UW–Milwaukee’s Connected Systems Institute.

Applications are being accepted through 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11, from young companies that want to tell their stories to investors during the in-person conference. Instructions for how to apply for all or a mix of the investor presentation opportunities can be found here.

The conference will also feature:

  • A Nov. 13 conference reception, two luncheons, two breakfasts, and other networking opportunities, including an investors-only dinner;

  • National keynote speakers and targeted panel discussions featuring leading entrepreneurs, investors, and others tied to the tech sector making an impact nationwide;

  • The 11th annual “Excellence in Entrepreneurial Education” award presentation and luncheon; and

  • An exhibit hall showcasing innovative Wisconsin companies.

Click here to register for the conference.

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