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Welcome to Small Business Milwaukee—your hub for collaboration, growth, and success. We specialize in crafting partnership-driven campaigns that bring local businesses together for creative, results-driven marketing. As a resource center, we offer expert insights, tools, and connections to help small businesses thrive. Our Emerging Entrepreneurs Zone empowers teens and college students with the skills and mentorship they need to launch their ventures. Plus, our robust Small Business Milwaukee Directory makes it easy to discover and support local businesses. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, we’re here to help.

What We Do Best

Our Four Core Services

Marketing Made Easy

Custom campaigns, co-branded promotions, ready-made kits, and business buzz builders—all designed to help local businesses get seen and grow.

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Resource Center

From expert articles, practical guides, best practices, essential checklists, marketing strategies, and networking opportunities, our Resource Center is your go-to hub for valuable business knowledge.

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Small Business Milwaukee Directory

Explore our comprehensive directory to discover and support local businesses, enhancing community engagement and economic growth.

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Emerging Entrepreneurs Zone

We’re developing a blog and mentoring program to inspire the next generation of small business leaders. Our goal is to create opportunities for high school and college-age students to connect with local entrepreneurs, gain real-world insights, and explore hands-on experiences that spark innovation and confidence.

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Our Founder, Tracy Champagne

Tracy Champagne is a passionate advocate for small businesses, dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow through collaboration and strategic partnerships. As the founder of Small Business Milwaukee and President of the Greater Greenfield Community Chamber, she works to connect business owners, strengthen communities, and create lasting impact.

“You don’t have to go it alone. Strategic partnerships open doors to bigger opportunities, broader reach, and stronger communities.” – Tracy Champagne

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Seen Here. Supported Here.
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Vision Led Leadership: Creating a Clear & Contagious Direction for Your Team

On Wednesday, October 21, join Positive Polarity for a free education and networking event, featuring lunch and guest speaker Morgan Schnabl.

You know your vision, but does everyone else around you? In this session, we’ll talk about the importance of sharing that vision with the people who will help bring it to life—whether it’s a vision for your company, your department, or even a single project. You’ll learn how to get unstuck and propel your plan forward through alignment, vision casting, and strategic communication. Let’s grow!

Reserve Your Spot
Wednesday, October 21, 11:45am-1pm
UW Credit Union | New Berlin

Our Think Tanks, Events Calendar, and Monthly Newsletter help keep your business momentum going. Check them out below.

Think Tanks

Small Business Milwaukee Virtual Think Tanks are small, solution-focused sessions where for local entrepreneurs share ideas, find inspiration, and build meaningful connections.

THINK TANKS: BIG IDEAS IN A SMALL GROUP
Every Monday at 6 PM CST
Every Thursday at 2 PM CST

Calendar of Events

Small Business Milwaukee Networking Lunch in Greenfield | September 2026

September 26, 2026 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm at Mountain Mike’s Pizza by Small Business Milwaukee | Small Business Event

Small Business Milwaukee Networking Lunch in Greenfield Looking for a relaxed small business networking event in the Milwaukee area? Join Small Business Milwaukee for our Networking Lunch on Friday, September

https://smallbizmke.com/

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Cowork Session for Milwaukee Content Creators (+ Creatives)!

October 2, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Haven Cafe by HashtagMKE Free | Business Networking, Small Business Event

Join us for our free Cowork Session on Friday, October 2 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Haven Café (1201 N Van Buren St, Milwaukee, WI 53202). This networking event

https://hashtagmke.com/event/cowork-100226/

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NARI Milwaukee Home & Remodeling Show

October 9, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Wisconsin Exposition Center At State Fair Park by NARI Milwaukee $8.00 | Business Workshop, Small Business Event

Planning a home improvement project? Start here! The NARI Milwaukee Fall Home & Remodeling Show brings together our area’s BEST home improvement professionals – all in one place and ready

https://eventvesta.com/events/156944/t/tickets

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Be Warned Ghost Boat Tour For Adults 45+ Wisconsin Dells

October 10, 2026 @ 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm at Goerkes Corners Park And Ride by Epic Events by Holly $70.00 | Community Event, Small Business Event

Wisconsin Dells Ghost Boat Tour 10/10/26 Description Date: 10/10/26 Time: 3:00 pm – 9:30 pm Departure Location: Goerke’s Corners Park and Ride, 400 N Barker Rd, Brookfield The ticket price

https://www.epiceventsbyholly.com

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Ho -Chunk Casino Bus Trip For Adults 45+

October 17, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Goerkes Corners Park And Ride by Epic Events by Holly $35.00 | Community Event, Small Business Event

Ho – Chunk Casino Trip For Adults Ages 45+ Date:10/17/26 Time: 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 pm Departure Location: Goerke’s Corners, 400 N Barker Rd, Brookfield Price: $35.00 per person Ticket Link

https://www.epiceventsbyholly.com

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