Main Street Bounceback Course Catalog

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These technical assistance offerings are being supported, by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center Network.

QuickBooks Online (QBO) User Training Plus Workshop (October 5 & 12, 2026)

SBDCOctober 5, 2026 | 4:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - La Crosse

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Basics

This training enables users to learn and apply the skills covered to use QBO and/or enhance the use of QBO.

Running a Business Is a Balancing Act. Your Finances Don't Have to Be.

SBDCOctober 6, 2026 | 5:00PM | Kenosha Innovation Center, Kenosha
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Milwaukee

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing a Business, Cash Flow Management, Business Accounting and Budget, Financing

A Strategic Approach to Financing Your Business- focused on Kenosha County business owners.

(MSBB) Hire Badgers: Student Staffing Opportunities for Small Business

SBDCOctober 8, 2026 | 1:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing Employees, Mainstreet Bounceback

Discover how the UW-Madison Work-Study Program and internships benefit students and employers.

Supervisory Management – Core 3 (October 9, 16 & 23, 2026)

SBDCOctober 9, 2026 | 8:30AM | Hybrid | Small Business Development Center 1725 State Street, 1101 Wittich Hall La Crosse, WI 54601, La Crosse
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - La Crosse

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Basics

Practical, skills-based workshops designed specifically for new and aspiring supervisors, team leads, and managers at WI small businesses

(MSBB) AI-Enhanced Entrepreneurship: A 102-Level Guide to AI Applications in Business

SBDCOctober 9, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing a Business

In this session, you’ll leave with practical experience in customization, tools for bridging AI and human expertise, and clear next steps for bringing AI into your own business with confidence.

Say It Anyway: Turning Courageous Conversations into Clients, Partnerships & Opportunities

SBDCOctober 9, 2026 | 9:30AM | Milwaukee SBDC Business Lab at UWM School of Continuing Education, The Avenue, Milwaukee
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Milwaukee

Topic: Marketing and Sales, Business Accounting and Budget, Managing a Business, Mainstreet Bounceback

Grow your business through courageous conversations. This hands-on workshop uses the "Say It Anyway"framework to help you identify key relationships, craft authentic outreach, and launch real connections live, leaving with confidence and momentum.

(MSBB) Reclaim Your Day with Delegation: Leveraging a Virtual Team

SBDCOctober 12, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing Employees, Managing a Business

In this session, you’ll gain insight into knowing when it’s time to add virtual support staff to your team, how to effectively delegate, and how employees differ from independent contractors.

Market Ready: Holiday Sales Strategies for Makers

SBDCOctober 12, 2026 | 5:00PM | Milwaukee Central Library, Milwaukee
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Milwaukee

Topic: Business Accounting and Budget, Managing a Business, Mainstreet Bounceback, Financing, Cash Flow Management

The holiday season is when makers can have their biggest months of the year. This free, hands-on workshop is designed for artisans, makers, and small business owners who want to make the most of it, with a special focus on holiday markets.

The Linkedin GLOW UP: How To Market Your Business on LinkedIn

SBDCOctober 14, 2026 | 8:30AM | UWM SCE Small Business Development Center, Milwaukee
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Milwaukee

Topic: Managing a Business, Mainstreet Bounceback, Financing, Cash Flow Management, Business Accounting and Budget

LinkedIn has over 1 billion users — and nearly 65 million of them are decision-makers actively searching for products and services like yours. If your profile isn't built to capture their attention, you're leaving money on the table.

Facebook Ads 101 (MSBB)

SBDCOctober 14, 2026 | 1:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Marketing and Sales, Mainstreet Bounceback

Introduction to Financial Management (October 19, 2026)

SBDCOctober 19, 2026 | 11:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - La Crosse

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Basics

The Introduction to Financial Management workshop is a one-hour course for small business owners looking to gain a solid foundation.

Enhancing Your Web Presence . . . Building an Effective Online Strategy Plus Workshop (October 19 & 26, 2026)

SBDCOctober 19, 2026 | 4:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - La Crosse

Topic: Marketing and Sales, Business Basics, Mainstreet Bounceback

This is a two-part workshop that enable business to optimize and grow their web presence using Search Engine Optimization & social media.

Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) Training

SBDCOctober 20, 2026 | 8:00AM | Hybrid | Small Business Development Center, La Crosse
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - La Crosse

Topic: Business Basics, Mainstreet Bounceback

This training will provide individuals with a roadmap of the international trade ecosystem..

(MSBB) Business Taxes 101: Navigating Self-Employment and Small Business Taxes for Beginners

SBDCOctober 20, 2026 | 10:15AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Tax Planning

This foundational webinar is tailored to demystify the basic concepts of business and self-employment taxes.

Financial Management Series (October 21, 2026)

SBDCOctober 21, 2026 | 8:30AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - La Crosse

Topic: Financing, Business Accounting and Budget, Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Basics

The Financial Management Certificate Series is a series of workshops for small business owners looking to learn more about financial project

(MSBB) Trust but Verify: Using AI for Small-Business Research

SBDCOctober 21, 2026 | 10:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Managing a Business, Mainstreet Bounceback

This session is a 102-level session designed to help entrepreneurs navigate how to know when to trust the output, when to verify it, and when to avoid using AI altogether.

The WOW Factor: How to Turn First-Time Customers into Loyal Customers (MSBB)

SBDCOctober 21, 2026 | 11:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing a Business

In this engaging workshop, participants will discover practical strategies to create the “WOW Factor” that keeps customers coming back and inspires them to share their experience with others.

Access Funding your Business Needs to Grow

SBDCOctober 21, 2026 | 11:30AM | Cavelier Wine Bar, Port Washington
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Milwaukee

Topic: Financing, Managing a Business, Cash Flow Management, Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Accounting and Budget

Join Ozaukee County Economic Development Corporation, the SBDC, and guest speaker Kelly Brown of Cavalier Wine Bar and Locally Inspired to learn the best practices for how to access financing and grow your business.

Online Marketing Bootcamp October 21-UWRF-Session 1

SBDCOctober 21, 2026 | 5:00PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - River Falls

Topic: Business Basics, Mainstreet Bounceback

This 5-week online course will grow your online presence and increase revenue by giving you actionable strategies and valuable feedback.

Women Trailblazers Conference (MSBB)

SBDCOctober 28, 2026 | 8:00AM | Dreyfus University Center, Stevens Point
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback

Lead to the Beat of Change. That’s the invitation — to move boldly through uncertainty, trust your rhythm, and step confidently into what’s next. Join a dynamic community of leaders for a day of inspiration, connection and momentum.

(MSBB) Digital Marketing and Social Media Conference

SBDCOctober 28, 2026 | 8:15AM | Pyle Center, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Business Basics, Marketing and Sales, Mainstreet Bounceback

This all-day conference teaches how to build your marketing toolkit to gain customers and prospects online.

(MSBB) Intermediate Financial Management

SBDCNovember 3, 2026 | 9:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing a Business, Business Basics, Financing, Business Accounting and Budget

(MSBB) HR Trends 2027

SBDCNovember 4, 2026 | 1:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing Employees, Managing a Business

WI Small Business Summit - Existing Businesses (November 5, 2026)

SBDCNovember 5, 2026 | 8:00AM | University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Student Union, La Crosse
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - La Crosse

Topic: Marketing and Sales, Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Basics

The WI Small Business Summit provides existing businesses with the opportunity to choose your own path to explore various business education topics

(MSBB) Leading Through Change: Practical Tools for Navigating Change

SBDCNovember 5, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Managing a Business, Managing Employees, Customer Relations, Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Basics

In this interactive workshop, participants will explore practical frameworks and tools for leading themselves and others through change.

Rooted to Rise: Sustainable Strategies for Growing Your Business Without Burning Out (MSBB)

SBDCNovember 11, 2026 | 11:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing a Business

Explore a grounded, practical approach to entrepreneurship through honest conversation, actionable takeaways, and a fresh perspective on what long-term success can look like.

Ready to Open- Planning for a Commercial Space

SBDCNovember 12, 2026 | 12:00PM | Milwaukee Central Library, Milwaukee
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Milwaukee

Topic: Business Accounting and Budget, Managing a Business, Marketing and Sales, Mainstreet Bounceback

Milwaukee County, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), LISC, and other resource partners are bringing free business support directly to you. Come learn all you need to know to lease or purchase your own commercial property.

(MSBB) Respond, Don't React: A Strategic Approach to Workplace Challenges

SBDCNovember 13, 2026 | 8:30AM | Grainger Hall, Madison
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Managing a Business, Customer Relations, Managing Employees

This workshop is designed for business owners, leaders, and professionals who want to navigate conflict with strategic precision rather than stress-driven reactions.

Getting More Out of LinkedIn (MSBB)

SBDCNovember 13, 2026 | 11:00AM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Stevens Point

Topic: Marketing and Sales, Mainstreet Bounceback

Learn to optimize your profile, personalize connections, create content, use search, and leverage analytics.

(MSBB) Pricing for Profit: Build a Price That Supports Your Business (and Your Life!)

SBDCNovember 16, 2026 | 12:30PM | Online
Facilitated by: Wisconsin SBDC at UW - Madison

Topic: Mainstreet Bounceback, Business Accounting and Budget, Business Basics, Managing a Business

You’ll learn the financial foundations behind sustainable pricing decisions, and begin building a pricing approach that aligns with your goals, customers, and costs.