Major firms seek innovation, collaboration from emerging companies; apply by Monday, March 3

MADISON, Wis. – Emerging companies may apply through March 3 to meet with major firms and explore potential business relationships around technology needs and innovation as part of the Wisconsin Tech Summit produced by the Wisconsin Technology Council.

The 12th annual conference will be Monday, March 17 at American Family Field in Milwaukee. More information, including the online application form, is available at wistechsummit.com. Below are examples of how major firms approach this event.

Advocate Aurora Research Institute is a not-for-profit, limited liability company of Advocate Aurora Health Care, dedicated to translational and clinical research. Advocate Aurora is looking to collaborate with companies focusing on medical devices and diagnostics, drug development, clinical trials, lab services and data analytics/AI.

Dairyland Power Cooperative provides the wholesale electrical requirements for a four-state service area. As a major firm, their focus is on sustainable energy solutions includes a diverse energy portfolio of wind, solar, renewable-enabling natural gas, coal, hydro and biogas.

Faith Technologies Inc. is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts. They are looking to collaborate with emerging companies in their core areas.

gener8tor fosters innovation ecosystems through its accelerator programs, venture funds and skills-based workforce initiatives. gener8tor has expanded across the U.S. and internationally, building partnerships with governments, corporations and economic development organizations to drive entrepreneurship and economic growth.

Whether your business is early in its journey or well on its way to digital transformation, Google Cloud can help solve your toughest challenges. They are hoping to collaborate with companies that are looking to take advantage of cloud scale and artificial intelligence.

The Isthmus Project is the innovation hub for UW Health and the UW School of Medicine and Public Health and are seeking to connect with emerging companies, startups, early-stage funds and investors to explore opportunities in healthcare innovation.

Kimberly-Clark’s portfolio of brands is an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. As a major firm, it is looking for innovative partners to build impactful solutions in the areas of sustainability, skin science and new capabilities that support the innovation process.

Mayo Clinic is a leader in healthcare, research and innovation, committed to transforming patient care through cutting-edge science and technology. They are seeking collaborations with emerging companies advancing digital health, AI-driven diagnostics, remote monitoring and next-generation therapeutics and welcome also partnerships with early-stage fund investment opportunities.

Microsoft Corp. is looking to collaborate with any industry or business aiming to enhance employee productivity, create new digital products and services, achieve operational excellence, and drive research using their suite of Microsoft products. They can help you by enhancing employee productivity, achieving operational excellence, develop new digital products and services and supporting research initiatives.

OEM Fabricators manufactures complex, high performance, custom components used in transportation, construction, medical, infrastructure, mining, energy and agriculture industries. As a major firm, they are willing to assist companies looking for guidance with their manufacturing processes and vendor search.

Oshkosh Corp. is a global industrial technology company specializing in the design, development and manufacturing of purpose-built vehicles and equipment. As a major firm, they are looking for technologies such as AI, autonomy, connectivity and electrification to reimagine the future of airports, neighborhoods and job sites.

Plexus Corp. helps create the products that build a better world. They are a global organization excited to explore collaborative opportunities with partners specializing in scalable supply chain AI solutions, process automation for electronics manufacturing, IT automation, product development processes and capabilities, and electronics test equipment and automation.

Promega Corp. is a key player in the life sciences sector and caters to a broad range of markets, including academia, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology. Promega is looking to explore collaborative opportunities with companies that are interested in advancing technology commercialization or providing complementary services.

Rockwell Automation is creating the future of industrial operations and bringing the connected enterprise to life through our differentiated offerings. As a major firm, it is seeking scalable, innovative technologies that will strengthen and broaden our portfolio.

Versiti is a recognized leader in blood health innovation. Versiti is actively seeking to collaborate with emerging healthcare companies whose technologies and services can further benefit our patients, donors, and hospital partners, helping us continue to be a beacon of hope, care and innovation.

Visit wistechsummit.com for more information on the event and to apply.

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