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Wisconsin Big Idea Qualifier: Win up to $1,500
We are thrilled to announce that the Lubar Entrepreneurship Center (LEC) will not only host our annual UW-Milwaukee Wisconsin Big Idea Qualifier (WBIQ), but this year we will also be hosting the statewide WiSys Big Idea Tournament. Our very own UWM student, Mitchelle Lyle, took first-place at both the UWM qualifier and the 2023 statewide Tournament with her innovative venture, International Travel Advisor (ITA). Another UW-Milwaukee student, Kayla Lokker, received the People’s Choice Award and $250 for her business, Easy Wear Jewelry, at the 2024 Big Idea Tournament.
The WiSys Big Idea Tournament is a renowned statewide entrepreneurship competition open to undergraduate and graduate students from University of Wisconsin schools (excluding UW-Madison). It offers lean startup training, business mentorship, and the chance to win seed funding.
Join Us To Witness Innovation In Action
Want to connect with innovative thinkers and industry professionals without pitching? Join us to:
- Network with UWM’s emerging entrepreneurs
- Meet judges and mentors from Milwaukee’s business community
- Discover cutting-edge ideas from across campus
- Support UWM’s innovation ecosystem
Interested in Pitching at The UWM Big Idea Qualifier?
Thank you for your interest in the Wisconsin Big Idea Qualifier! Unfortunately, we have reached the submission limit and are no longer accepting entries at this time.
You may still have a chance to participate in the statewide tournament by submitting an At-Large Bid by March 30, 2025 (instructions on the official WiSys website).
We appreciate your enthusiasm for innovation and hope to see you at future events!
Questions? Contact LEC Innovation Intern, Tristan Jarvey: tjjarvey@uwm.edu
