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Entrepreneurs shine at Kenosha Innovation Center's `Perfect Pitch' competition

Wauwatosa-based investment startup took first place this week at the Kenosha Innovation Center’s inaugural Perfect Pitch competition. Touted as a “Warren Buffet-style” value investing platform, Tykr and its CEO and founder Sean Tepper won the $5,000 top prize. The innovation center’s contest called on 10 finalists to pitch their products to a panel of judges. Second place and $3,000 were awarded to Bradley Steckart of the Mequon-based Sit By Me startup, which connects remote

Kenosha News

Entrepreneurs shine at Kenosha Innovation Center's `Perfect Pitch' competition

Kenosha News

6 days ago

Ten startups set to compete in Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood's Pitch Perfect contest

KENOSHA — Ten startups will be competing for a $5,000 first prize during the the Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood’s inaugural Pitch Perfect contest next month. The finalists, who were selected earlier this month, are: Thomas Edwards, Evergreen Energy, Kenosha Emily Honor Hubbard, Empathic Engineering , Cudahy Yurii Baleha, Vendlot , Lake Geneva Bradley Steckart, Sit By Me , Mequon Sidney Gang Skip the Warm-Up , Waukesha Bekki Yang, WorkShift , Menomonee Falls Sarah Mack,

Kenosha News

Oct 26

Chamber recognizes projects and people during annual meeting

KENOSHA — The Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a sold-out annual meeting Oct. 15 at The Club at Strawberry Creek, where it highlighted new developments and recognized community members. Four sites received beautification awards: Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood, Kenosha Public Library Kids@Uptown Lofts, the Kenosha Mural Project and Hansen Park Beer Garden. Kelly Armstrong, president of Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood, delivered the keynote address. The 107-acre site,

Kenosha News

Oct 17

Multi-million dollar Kenosha Innovation Center era opens

A new era of innovation has begun in the heart of Kenosha. On the site where an AMC and Chrysler once employed generations in innovating vehicles, the Kenosha Innovation Center — a three-story hub of the Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood — formally opened for business Wednesday. The $23.5 million center project, under construction for more than a year, is touted as a site for entrepreneurs, startups and established businesses.

Kenosha News

Oct 8

Kenosha Innovation Center marks grand opening

The new 64,000-square-foot Kenosha Innovation Center, the anchor project for the 107-acre Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood near downtown Kenosha, celebrated its grand opening Wednesday. The $23.5 million KIC is meant to serve as a regional hub for startups, entrepreneurs and established companies looking to be part of the growth along the I-94 North-South corridor between Chicago and Milwaukee, according to a press release. The center’s three-story building is located on a 3.5

BizTimes

Oct 8

Capital as a Catalyst for Innovation and Economic Growth

By: Aaron Towns What do thriving cities, breakthrough technologies and resilient businesses have in common? They’re powered by innovation and fueled by strategic capital. Innovation is more than a driver of organizational success—it’s a foundational force behind regional economic transformation. Across the country, cities and regions are investing in infrastructure, attracting high-growth companies and cultivating talent pipelines. These ecosystems of innovation are fuel

BMO

Oct 6

Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood Appoints Centrisys CEO and Founder Michael Kopper to Board of Directors

Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood (KIN) today announced the appointment of Michael Kopper, CEO and Founder of Centrisys, to its Board of Directors. Kopper is a recognized expert in dewatering and centrifuge technology and a leading voice in next-generation wastewater treatment and biosolids innovation.

Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood

Sep 16