BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:icalendar-ruby CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=2SU;BYMONTH=3 TZNAME:CDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20261101T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=1SU;BYMONTH=11 TZNAME:CST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:223209@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T130000 DESCRIPTION:Reena Vokoun\, Founder & CEO of Passion Fit. Come join us to he ar Reena Vokoun\, TEDx speaker\, bestselling author\, and former Google le ader\, as she shares practical strategies to prevent burnout\, boost well- being\, and elevate performance. Drawing on 20+ years of business leadersh ip and wellness expertise\, Reena empowers professionals to thrive through sustainable habits in fitness\, mindfulness\, productivity\, and work-lif e balance. RSVP to https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eLOcqWLW1pLsJ b8\n\nCONTACT: 262-9040\, lisa.collins@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://buswisc.qu altrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eLOcqWLW1pLsJb8 LOCATION:4151 Grainger Hall SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch Program - Sponsored by Neider & B oucher\, S.C. URL;VALUE=URI:https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eLOcqWLW1pLsJb8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224708@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224709@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224541@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T130000 DESCRIPTION:Therese Merkel\, Owner of Tricky Foods. What happens when you l eave a corporate career to pursue a passion? Therese Merkel shares her jou rney from project manager at Epic Systems to award-winning entrepreneur. W hat began as a creative charcuterie business during the pandemic has grown into a thriving Madison brand that has served more than 100\,000 customer s and launched a national venture\, SNAXI. Hear lessons on taking risks\, building a business\, creating a memorable brand\, and turning passion int o opportunity.\n\nCONTACT: 262-9040\, lisa.collins@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https: //buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_erqW4YrKCwkNMjk LOCATION:4151 Grainger Hall SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch Program - Sponsored by Neider & B oucher\, S.C. URL;VALUE=URI:https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_erqW4YrKCwkNMjk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224710@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224711@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224712@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224713@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:223234@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T130000 DESCRIPTION:Howard Field\, President & CEO of Greenfield Global. Howard Fie ld will lend insights into entrepreneurship\, innovation\, and sustainable business growth. From co-founding internet pioneer bamboo.com and persona lization platform Picaboo to leading a global renewable energy company\, H oward shares lessons on scaling businesses\, navigating disruption\, build ing operational excellence\, and creating long-term impact across diverse industries. RSVP to https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4NMsRHgF9AFP op0\n\nCONTACT: 262-9040\, lisa.collins@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://buswisc.q ualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4NMsRHgF9AFPop0 LOCATION:4151 Grainger Hall SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch Program - Sponsored by Neider & B oucher\, S.C. URL;VALUE=URI:https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4NMsRHgF9AFPop0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224714@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224715@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:223215@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T130000 DESCRIPTION:Julia Knight\, Founder & CEO of Knight Vision. Julia Knight sha res her insights on building brands that scale. A former marketing leader at Citizen and a trusted advisor to startups\, Julia has generated more th an 2.5+ billion views online through her work. She will share practical st rategies for brand building\, customer acquisition\, growth marketing\, an d turning early-stage ideas into successful businesses. RSVP to https://bu swisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_77fkeyuErOmBECq\n\nCONTACT: 262-9040\, lis a.collins@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_77fke yuErOmBECq LOCATION:4151 Grainger Hall SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch Program - Sponsored by Neider & B oucher\, S.C. URL;VALUE=URI:https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_77fkeyuErOmBECq END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224772@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T143000 DESCRIPTION:For over a decade\, the results of their HR Trends survey have been a trusted resource to organizations as they plan their future HR stra tegies – while also providing insight on regional business trends. In th is session\, The QTI Group will unveil the results of this survey\, includ ing critical data and actionable solutions to help businesses adapt and dr ive decision-making for this evolving world of work. Session attendees wi ll receive a complimentary copy of the survey results.\n\nCONTACT: 263-222 1\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/manage-your-business/h r-trends/ LOCATION:Online SUMMARY:HR Trends 2027 URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/manage-your-business/hr-trends/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224716@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224717@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:223236@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T130000 DESCRIPTION:Angie Peltzer\, Senior Manager\, New Business Innovation and Gr owth Incubator at Nsight. Join Angie Peltzer\, strategist\, entrepreneur\, and innovation leader\, for a discussion on turning ideas into impact. Wi th experience spanning corporate innovation at Kohler and Kimberly-Clark\, leadership in the U.S. Department of Labor\, and founding mission-driven ventures\, Angie will share insights on innovation\, entrepreneurship\, le adership\, and creating sustainable growth across sectors. RSVP to https:/ /buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4UVRi3EtjMt8e6G\n\nCONTACT: 262-9040\, lisa.collins@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4U VRi3EtjMt8e6G LOCATION:4151 Grainger Hall SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch Program - Sponsored by Neider & B oucher\, S.C. URL;VALUE=URI:https://buswisc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4UVRi3EtjMt8e6G END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:226538@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T173000 DESCRIPTION:Two Day Event: November 11 at 4:30 PM and November 14 at 10:00 AM. Join us for PartnerUp! and find your co-founder match! We will also be awarding $3\,000 in scholarships to the most promising teams. \n\nWhether you are an idea person\, a coder\, a marketer\, or just startup-curious — this is your chance to connect and create something big. No slides\, n o stress — just good energy and great people.\n\nPartnerUp takes place a t the Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub (1403 University Avenue). RSVP: https ://go.wisc.edu/9uf4y2\n\nCONTACT: jpdonohue@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://go.wi sc.edu/9uf4y2 LOCATION:Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub\, 1403 University Ave SUMMARY:Find your Co-Founder (and a Chance to Win Scholarships) | PartnerUp ! URL;VALUE=URI:https://go.wisc.edu/9uf4y2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224718@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:226540@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T110000 DESCRIPTION:Two Day Event: November 11 at 4:30 PM and November 14 at 10:00 AM. Join us for PartnerUp! and find your co-founder match! We will also be awarding $3\,000 total in scholarships to the most promising teams.\n\nWh ether you are an idea person\, a coder\, a marketer\, or just startup-curi ous — this is your chance to connect and create something big. No slides \, no stress — just good energy and great people.\n\nPartnerUp takes pla ce at the Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub (1403 University Avenue). RSVP: h ttps://go.wisc.edu/9uf4y2\n\nCONTACT: jpdonohue@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://g o.wisc.edu/9uf4y2 LOCATION:Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub\, 1403 University Ave SUMMARY:Find your Co-Founder (and a Chance to Win Scholarships) | PartnerUp ! URL;VALUE=URI:https://go.wisc.edu/9uf4y2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T061639 UID:224719@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T194500 DESCRIPTION:Looking for help navigating the increased demands on HR profess ionals? Become the most qualified and valuable HR professional you can be with SHRM certification. Hybrid class with both online and in-person class es. Full course runs September 21\, 2026 – December 2\, 2026.\n\nCONTACT : 263-2221\, sbdc@wsb.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-progr ams/shrm\n\nONLINE: https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm LOCATION:Online (Also offered online) SUMMARY:SHRM Certification Prep+ Course URL;VALUE=URI:https://sbdc.wisc.edu/special-programs/shrm END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR