Small Business Milwaukee Opportunities Center

Visibility • Connections • Education • Growth

Looking for more customers, more visibility, stronger business relationships, or opportunities to grow? Small Business Milwaukee offers a variety of affordable ways to help support your business goals.

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FREE OPPORTUNITIES (Click here for a detailed description and links) 

Business Directory Listing – Free – Online business listing

Community Event Calendar – Free – Submit events for promotion

Business Announcement Submission – Free – Share company news and updates

Think Tank Participation – Free – Mondays at 6 PM and Thursdays at 2 PM

Networking Opportunities – Free – Connect with local professionals and business owners

Educational Resources – Free – Access business-related articles and resources

VISIBILITY & MARKETING (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Newsletter Mention – $25 – Brief business mention

SmallBizMKE Shop Listing – $25 for 30 Days – Product or service listing in the Small Business Milwaukee Shop

Featured Newsletter Placement – $50 – Premium newsletter feature

Business Announcement Promotion – $50 – Promote business news and milestones

Newsletter Advertising Block – $100 per Issue – Advertisement placed in the Small Business Milwaukee newsletter

Success Story Article – $99 – Showcase achievements and milestones

Paid Directory Listing – $150/year – Enhanced directory listing with additional visibility opportunities

Wisconsin Favorite Article – $249 – Dedicated article about your business

Business Spotlight Article – $249 – Highlight your story, services, and community impact

Press Release Package – $199 – Press release, newsletter mention, and social promotion

Sponsored Content Article – $199 – Educational or promotional article

Homepage Business Spotlight – $199 – Premium homepage visibility

EVENT MARKETING (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Event Marketing Package – $99 per Event – Website listing, newsletter promotion, social media marketing campaign, and event visibility across Small Business Milwaukee platforms

PREMIUM WEBSITE ADVERTISING (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Bottom Banner Advertisement – $225 – 1 webpage for 3 months

Bottom Banner Advertisement – $575 – 3 webpages for 3 months

Bottom Banner Advertisement – $850 – 5 webpages for 3 months

Mid-Page Banner Advertisement – $275 – 1 webpage for 3 months

Mid-Page Banner Advertisement – $675 – 3 webpages for 3 months

Mid-Page Banner Advertisement – $950 – 5 webpages for 3 months

Top Banner Advertisement – $325 – 1 webpage for 3 months

Top Banner Advertisement – $750 – 3 webpages for 3 months

Top Banner Advertisement – $1,050 – 5 webpages for 3 months

DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Google Analytics Setup – $60 – Installation and configuration of Google Analytics

Website Audit for Small Businesses – $120 – Review of website performance, user experience, and recommendations

SEO Audit for Small Businesses – $120 – Review of search engine optimization opportunities and recommendations

Social Media Audit for Small Businesses – $120 – Review of social media profiles, content, and growth opportunities

Email Marketing Template Setup – $120 – Professional email marketing template setup and configuration

BUSINESS CONNECTIONS (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Starter Connector Package – $99 – Up to 5 strategic introductions

Growth Connector Package – $199 – Up to 10 strategic introductions

Business Relationship Builder – $399 – Up to 25 introductions over 90 days

Potential introductions may include referral partners, professional service providers, community organizations, strategic alliances, resource providers, and potential collaborators.

AI & BUSINESS GROWTH (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

AI Strategy Session – $149 – AI implementation planning

SMALL BUSINESS MILWAUKEE SPONSORSHIPS (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Think Tank Sponsor – $100/month – Recognition during Think Tank meetings

Gold Sponsorship – $3,000/year – Logo on events, partner page recognition, newsletter promotions, Facebook promotions, advertising placement, and event promotion opportunities

Platinum Sponsorship – $4,000/year – Expanded visibility package including additional promotions, event recognition, partner page placement, newsletter features, Facebook promotions, premium advertising placement, and enhanced exposure throughout the year

EMERGING ENTREPRENEURS ZONE (EEZ) SPONSORSHIPS (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Networking Event Supply Sponsor – $25 – Supports networking event materials, discussion cards, name tags, and refreshments

Student Scholarship Sponsor – $50 – Provides a scholarship for a student to participate in an EEZ class or workshop

Alumni Club Champion Sponsor – $99 – Funds one student’s annual Alumni Club membership

Mentor Supporter Sponsor – $250 – Supports mentor training, background checks, and mentor appreciation

Community Sponsor – $500 – Supports monthly alumni mentorship calls and networking events

Growth Sponsor – $1,000 – Supports mentorship sessions, guest speakers, and alumni resources

Legacy Sponsor – $2,500 – Supports quarterly networking events and educational workshops with co-branding opportunities

Title Sponsor – $5,000+ – Exclusive annual sponsorship with premier branding across EEZ programs, events, and communications

POPULAR PACKAGES (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Starter Visibility Package – $149 – Paid Directory Listing, Featured Newsletter Placement, and Social Media Mention

Wisconsin Favorite Bundle – $299 – Wisconsin Favorite Article, Featured Newsletter Placement, and Social Media Mention

Business Spotlight Package – $299 – Business Spotlight Article, Featured Newsletter Placement, and Paid Directory Listing

Community Visibility Package – $399 – Featured Article, Featured Newsletter Placement, Social Media Promotion, Business Announcement Promotion, and Newsletter Advertising Block

Homepage Takeover Package – $499 – Top Banner Advertisement (1 Page/3 Months), Newsletter Advertising Block, Featured Newsletter Placement, and Social Media Mention

Authority Builder Package – $599 – Sponsored Content Article, Newsletter Advertising Block, Featured Newsletter Placement, and Homepage Business Spotlight

ANNUAL PARTNERSHIP PLANS (Click here for a detailed description and purchase links)

Growth Partner – $997/year – Quarterly Articles, Monthly Visibility, and Paid Directory Listing

Community Partner Plus – $1,500/year – Monthly Promotions, Visibility Opportunities, and Featured Recognition

Milwaukee Business Champion – $2,500/year – Premium Visibility, Advertising Opportunities, Strategic Promotion, and Priority Placement

WHICH OPTION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

BEST FOR NEW BUSINESSES

Business Directory Listing

Paid Directory Listing

Starter Visibility Package

Starter Connector Package

Event Marketing Package

Business Spotlight Package

Why?
These services help new businesses establish an online presence, build local awareness, and begin developing valuable business relationships. They are ideal for startups, new service providers, retail stores, consultants, coaches, contractors, restaurants, home-based businesses, and entrepreneurs looking to gain traction in the Milwaukee area.

BEST FOR INCREASING VISIBILITY

Featured Newsletter Placement

Newsletter Advertising Block

Wisconsin Favorite Article

Business Spotlight Article

Homepage Business Spotlight

Homepage Takeover Package

Community Visibility Package

Why?
These services are designed to put your business in front of more people through multiple marketing channels. They are especially beneficial for businesses launching new services, celebrating milestones, promoting seasonal offers, expanding into new markets, or simply looking to increase awareness. Great for restaurants, retailers, health and wellness businesses, professional service providers, nonprofits, event venues, and local attractions.

BEST FOR BUILDING CREDIBILITY

Success Story Article

Wisconsin Favorite Article

Business Spotlight Article

Press Release Package

Sponsored Content Article

Authority Builder Package

Why?
People are more likely to do business with companies they know and trust. These services help establish authority, tell your story, showcase expertise, and highlight accomplishments. Particularly valuable for attorneys, accountants, consultants, coaches, financial advisors, healthcare providers, contractors, real estate professionals, and businesses competing in crowded industries.

BEST FOR EVENTS

Community Event Calendar

Newsletter Mention

Featured Newsletter Placement

Event Marketing Package

Homepage Business Spotlight

Why?
These services help increase awareness, registrations, attendance, and engagement before your event. Whether you’re hosting a networking event, fundraiser, grand opening, workshop, seminar, open house, ribbon cutting, class, or community celebration, these options help you reach a broader audience and generate more interest.

BEST FOR BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS

Think Tank Participation

Networking Opportunities

Starter Connector Package

Growth Connector Package

Business Relationship Builder

Think Tank Sponsor

Why?
Relationships often lead to referrals, partnerships, opportunities, and long-term business growth. These services are ideal for B2B companies, consultants, coaches, professional service providers, sales professionals, insurance agents, financial advisors, chambers, nonprofits, and anyone who grows their business through networking and referrals.

BEST FOR ONLINE MARKETING

Google Analytics Setup

Website Audit

SEO Audit

Social Media Audit

Email Marketing Template Setup

Why?
These services help identify strengths, weaknesses, and growth opportunities within your digital presence. Ideal for businesses that want to improve website performance, attract more online traffic, generate leads, improve search rankings, or strengthen their social media and email marketing efforts.

BEST FOR PRODUCT SALES

SmallBizMKE Shop Listing

Featured Newsletter Placement

Newsletter Advertising Block

Homepage Business Spotlight

Homepage Takeover Package

Why?
These services help showcase products, promotions, gift ideas, seasonal specials, and online stores. Especially useful for retailers, makers, artists, crafters, boutiques, e-commerce businesses, food producers, gift shops, authors, and businesses selling products directly to consumers.

BEST FOR LONG-TERM VISIBILITY

Paid Directory Listing

Growth Partner

Community Partner Plus

Milwaukee Business Champion

Gold Sponsorship

Platinum Sponsorship

Why?
Consistent visibility often produces better results than one-time promotions. These options provide ongoing exposure throughout the year and help keep your business in front of local business owners, community leaders, and consumers. Ideal for established businesses, growing companies, professional service firms, healthcare providers, educational organizations, financial institutions, and businesses committed to long-term brand awareness.

BEST FOR COMMUNITY IMPACT

Student Scholarship Sponsor

Alumni Club Champion Sponsor

Mentor Supporter Sponsor

Community Sponsor

Growth Sponsor

Legacy Sponsor

Title Sponsor

Why?
These sponsorships directly support future entrepreneurs through the Emerging Entrepreneurs Zone. They allow businesses to invest in workforce development, mentorship, entrepreneurship education, and community growth while receiving recognition for their support. Particularly appealing to banks, credit unions, educational institutions, corporations, community-minded businesses, foundations, and organizations focused on youth development.

MOST POPULAR OPTIONS

Starter Visibility Package

Wisconsin Favorite Article

Business Spotlight Package

Community Visibility Package

Homepage Takeover Package

Growth Connector Package

Growth Partner

Think Tank Sponsor

Why?
These services offer a balanced combination of visibility, credibility, networking, relationship-building, and long-term value. They are often selected by businesses looking for practical ways to increase awareness and engagement without committing to large-scale advertising campaigns.

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