StartingBlock Madison

StartingBlock Madison A community of entrepreneurs and startup, where you'll have access to resources, mentorship, and a collaborative workspace.

At StartingBlock, Madison’s entrepreneurs will literally find the “starting blocks” needed for success:
• Affordable, flexible office and co-working space
• Peers, mentors, investment and professional advisors
• Collaboration, meeting and conference space
• Educational programming, workshops, and community-building

With StartingBlock Madison, the Madison region can expect within the next five

years to:
• Increase the number of successful startups and accelerate job creation;
• Increase investment dollars in our technology, healthcare and IT sectors;
• Create a pipeline for talent of all ages and improve retention of high talent individuals; and
• Establish Madison as a startup hub recognized for innovation and entrepreneurship.

It's almost June; let's look back at April quick 😅
05/29/2026

It's almost June; let's look back at April quick 😅

June's 1 Million Cups Madison, WI presenters are talking tasty innovation! Firoz Khimani is the founder of Mock and Co. ...
05/28/2026

June's 1 Million Cups Madison, WI presenters are talking tasty innovation!

Firoz Khimani is the founder of Mock and Co. Mock & Co. serves up tasty traditional Wisconsin beverages without the added hangover. The non-alcoholic drinks are made in small batches and lack the typical "watered-down" mocktail issue.

Stella Buckley is the founder of Stellie's Ice Cream (you can visit her on East Wash!) has some delicious scoops of fun flavors. Stellie's Ice Cream blends science, sustainability, and sentiment in each scoop of our premium ice cream.

Listen to their pitches on Wednesday, but make sure to RSVP here: https://hubs.li/Q04jcLWD0

PLUS! Stay after for the casual conversation with VCs during VC Office Hours.

05/28/2026

Coffee + Pitches + Networking = 1 Million Cups

1 Million Cups is a free opportunity to
1. practice your pitch
2. ask for advice about your business idea
3. potentially find a mentor or accountability partner in the audience
4. connect with fellow entrepreneurs

Presentations happen the first Wednesday of every month at StartingBlock Madison. We are seeking founders, startup leaders, and small business owners to speak: https://www.1millioncups.com/s/account/0014W00002AqQeiQAF/madison-wi

Share with your network and a founder in your life to help them grow!

Hardware is hard. Deep tech is harder. Building it from scratch? That's a whole other level.Join us for an intimate lunc...
05/20/2026

Hardware is hard. Deep tech is harder. Building it from scratch? That's a whole other level.

Join us for an intimate lunch conversation with Justin Reed, cofounder of C-Motive Technologies, a company reimagining the physics of motion using electrostatic principles instead of traditional magnets.

Justin will share the story of C-Motive: the origin, the obstacles, and the opportunities. Expect a candid, wide-ranging conversation about what it really means to build in deep tech.

May 26; 12-1PM; Lunch will be provided
https://hubs.li/Q04f40vz0

It is Founder Day once again in Madison–THURSDAY!We are excited to work with Capital Entrepreneurs and Midwest Founders ...
05/11/2026

It is Founder Day once again in Madison–THURSDAY!

We are excited to work with Capital Entrepreneurs and Midwest Founders Community to offer a fun event for founders and the community to connect, learn, and pitch! The day will contain an inspiring keynote, 1:1 mentoring, free headshots, networking, and a pitch competition.

Connect with founders, investors, and mentors over networking and lunch: https://hubs.li/Q04dKW6V0

Check out the Founder/Fest Open Mic Night on Wednesday (May 13) at Old Sugar Distillery for even more fun: https://hubs.li/Q04dKylM0

Proud to be sponsoring along side DreamBank - Madison, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, Idea Fund, Headway, Startup Wisconsin, Truss, Berndt CPA LLC, Midwest Founders Community, Proven Process Group, Mastercraft Ventures, and Tim Nott.

05/07/2026

Have you participated in a StartingBlock program? We would love to see you at the Alumni Happy Hour!

📅 Thursday, May 21
⌚ 4-7PM
📍 3rd Floor Patio
🍹 Drinks by Bartender 608 Intoxicologists & Cocktail Caterers

It's the perfect chance to reconnect, share stories, and unwind together in person. Whether you want to network or just relax with old friends, we can't want to see you there! Guests are welcome too.

Come hang with us: https://hubs.li/Q04dQRhF0

FedEx. GoDaddy. Sperry Shoes. Sports Clips. KFC. Walmart. All founded by veterans.Veterans leadership skills directly co...
05/06/2026

FedEx. GoDaddy. Sperry Shoes. Sports Clips. KFC. Walmart. All founded by veterans.

Veterans leadership skills directly correlate with a higher rate of startup success, according to D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University. Other vital attributes learned from the military include: problem-solving and teamwork.

We are excited and proud to work with Associated Bank to provide a program specifically for the men and women who have served, as well as immediate family members of veterans.

Re-entry into society can be hard, but many returning heroes have made their own path with entrepreneurship. Apply now for the free, 12-week business accelerator to start making your business idea a reality: https://hubs.li/Q04fyRmz0

Central Wisconsin Women Veterans Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce

A handshake deal only goes so far....We are happy to welcome Lane Rideout of Murphy Desmond S.C. to go over the importan...
05/05/2026

A handshake deal only goes so far....

We are happy to welcome Lane Rideout of Murphy Desmond S.C. to go over the important contracts every startup and founder needs to implement, such as NDAs, founder agreements, client contracts, and IP assignments.

Learn what to look for, what to avoid, and how to protect your business before a dispute forces you to!

📅 May 7
🕰️ 12-1PM
📍 2nd Floor Classroom
🥪 Lunch Provided

Make sure to RSVP to save your seat: https://hubs.li/Q04dL27G0

Mayday! Mayday! Your calendar is going to burst this month......May 5 | Housing Innovation Challenge Application Deadlin...
05/04/2026

Mayday! Mayday! Your calendar is going to burst this month......

May 5 | Housing Innovation Challenge Application Deadline
https://hubs.li/Q04f2hm10
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May 6 | 1 Million Cups Madison, WI + VC Office Hours
9AM, 3rd Floor Café
Speakers: Roberto Munoz; Dennis Kreger
https://hubs.li/Q04f26B10

May 7 | Lunch & Learn Tactical Skills Series
12-1PM, 2nd Floor Classroom
Speakers: Lane Rideout
https://hubs.li/Q04f2mg40 Murphy Desmond S.C.

May 14 | Founder Day
10AM-4:15PM, 3rd Floor Café & DreamBank - Madison
https://hubs.li/Q04f2qQK0

May 15 | Associated Bank Veterans Cohort Application Deadline
https://hubs.li/Q04f1YD10

May 20 | Her Network
9-10:30AM, 3rd Floor Café
Speaker: Traycee Mayer
https://hubs.li/Q04f2dVy0

May 21 | StartingBlock Alumni Happy Hour
4-7PM, 3rd Floor Patio
https://hubs.li/Q04f25780

May 26 | Lunch with a Founder
12-1PM, 2nd Floor Classroom
Speaker: Justin Reed, C-Motive
https://hubs.li/Q04f2fPQ0

May 27 | Mastermind Group
9AM, 3rd Floor Café

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821 E. Washington Avenue Suite 200
Madison, WI
53703

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm

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