Events

CEDC’s BEAR at the Orchard is an entrepreneur-focused networking and pitch event designed to connect business owners, startups, growth-stage companies, mentors, investors, and community partners throughout the Chippewa Valley. Held at Dixon’s Apple Orchard in Cadott on Wednesday, August 12, this unique event combines relationship building, idea sharing, and business support in a relaxed orchard setting. The evening will feature guided connecting, an open pitch experience where entrepreneurs can share their ideas and receive audience feedback, and opportunities to connect with resources that help businesses launch, grow, and succeed. Attendees can enjoy refreshments while building connections with others passionate about entrepreneurship and economic growth. Who is BEAR at the Orchard for? Entrepreneurs looking to share ideas, business owners seeking connections, mentors and investors supporting local companies, and community partners interested in strengthening the [...]