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All entrepreneurs fit at StartingBlock

Wednesday Morning Programs

StartingBlock is evolving our Wednesday morning programming to better serve our diverse entrepreneurial community. Previously, we hosted One Million Cups every Wednesday. Now we're introducing a rotating monthly format that addresses different aspects of the startup journey.​

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Open to the Community 

3rd Floor Café

at 9AM CT

Coffee Provided at All Events

1ST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

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1 Million Cups

Educating, inspiring, and connecting entrepreneurs in Madison every first Wednesday of the month.

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3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

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Her Network

Hosted by Amy Calder and Angie Ingraham, Her Network's mission is to equip women in business with resources, community, and learning opportunities to further their personal and professional development.

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Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 9-10:30AM

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2ND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

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Industry Deep Dives

Build relationships with other ambitious professionals in your industry.

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Past Industry Focuses

AI Coding/Vibe Coding, BioHealth, Eldercare, Non-Profits, and Food & Beverage

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4TH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

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Accountability Group

Meet with us on the fourth Wednesday of each month to set goals, monitor key performance indicators, share progress updates, and receive collaborative support as you work toward your objectives.

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Community Calendar

  • One Million Cups hosted by StartingBlock
    One Million Cups hosted by StartingBlock
    Wed, Mar 04
    StartingBlock Madison
    Mar 04, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    StartingBlock Madison, 821 E Washington Ave 3rd floor, Madison, WI 53703, USA
    Hear from two student founders, Mara Zwicker with Substrata and Dev Ahluwalia with Mad Matcher.
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  • Industry Insight: The New College of Computing and AI
    Industry Insight: The New College of Computing and AI
    Wed, Mar 11
    StartingBlock Madison
    Mar 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    StartingBlock Madison, 821 E Washington Ave 3rd floor, Madison, WI 53703, USA
    From new college to new talent pipelines, learn how UW's NEW College of Computing and AI is creating opportunities for entrepreneurs.
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  • Her Network
    Her Network
    Wed, Mar 18
    StartingBlock Madison
    Mar 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
    StartingBlock Madison, 821 E Washington Ave 3rd floor, Madison, WI 53703, USA
    Designing a meaningful career rarely happens alone. Join Susie Younkle (MERLIN Mentors), Nicole Vafadari (Doret Consulting) and Laura Hilty (HealthX Ventures) for a fireside chat on the powerful role mentorship plays in shaping confident leadership.
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  • Sat, Mar 28
    Art Lit Lab
    Mar 28, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
    Art Lit Lab, 111 S Livingston St #100, Madison, WI 53703, USA
    Come on down for a daylong, celebratory series of arts & wellness workshops with local artists and wellness pros!
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