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Monday, August 18
 

7:00pm CDT

Music Industry Night – Forward Fest Edition 
Monday August 18, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm CDT
Every other Monday night, something special happens at COPA — local musicians take the stage, the house band keeps the energy flowing, and artists, producers, and music lovers come together to share ideas, stories, and sounds. It’s not just a jam session; it’s a chance to jam with other musicians, meet the people behind the music, connect with others building creative careers, and be part of a growing community that supports each other’s work. Forward Fest gives us the perfect reason to turn up the volume, welcome new faces, and keep building something real — together. COPA exists to make space for artists and entrepreneurs, and Monday Industry Night is one of the ways we do it.

Community Organizations Promoting the Arts empowers community arts organizations and creative professionals by providing space that promotes programming for both youth and adults, so they can collectively advance missions, achieve goals, expand access to critical resources and create—together.  https://copamadison.org/

2841 Index Road, Fitchburg WI



Hosted by COPA (Community Organizations Promoting the Arts)
Event Organizers
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Dale Sticha

COPA (Community Organizations Promoting the Arts)
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Naomi Shumway

Git Gud Gaming Lounge
Monday August 18, 2025 7:00pm - 10:00pm CDT
COPA (Community Organizations Promoting The Arts) 2841 Index Road, Fitchburg WI
 
Wednesday, August 20
 

5:00pm CDT

Happy Hour with Venture Capitalists
Wednesday August 20, 2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Venture capital fund managers from seven Wisconsin venture capital funds will be at the August 20 Jazz at Five performance on the South Hamilton side of the Capitol Grounds, across the street from Wonder State Coffee and the Best Western Park Hotel. The Badger Fund of Funds is sponsoring the event and will provide free beer for attendees. Come enjoy a beautiful Wisconsin evening and engage in some hot conversation about the Money for Minnows investments strategy and the future of venture capital in Wisconsin.

Hosted by Badger Fund of Funds
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Larissa Yenkey

Analyst, Badger Fund of Funds
Wednesday August 20, 2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Wisconsin State Capital Square on the South Hamilton side of the Capitol Grounds, across the street from Wonder State Coffee and the Best Western Park Hotel
  Free, In Person
 
Thursday, August 21
 

4:00pm CDT

Behind the Numbers: Open House & Startup Mixer
Thursday August 21, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Step into the home of Madison’s startup-centric CPA firm and experience finance with a fresh perspective. At this open house, we’re blending numbers with networking—bringing together founders, small business owners, and community partners to connect over light refreshments, good conversations, and shared goals.

You’ll get a chance to:
- Meet the Novii CPA team (yes, we’re real people—who love startups!)
- Tour our space and learn how we serve biotech, tech, life sciences, and manufacturing businesses
- Make meaningful connections with other Forward Fest attendees, startup operators, and resource providers
- Whether you're an early-stage entrepreneur, an established founder, or just CPA-curious, we’d love to welcome you.

Hosted by Novii CPA
Event Organizers
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Victoria Thayer

CEO and Founder, Novii CPA
Thursday August 21, 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
StartingBlock Madison 821 E. Washington Ave., Madison
  Free, In Person
 
Friday, August 22
 

5:00pm CDT

Founders Finish Line Happy Hour
Friday August 22, 2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
End your Forward Fest week on a high note! Join us for a relaxed, high-energy happy hour where founders, creatives, and big thinkers come together one last time to connect, reflect, and celebrate everything this week inspired.

Whether you made new connections, launched new ideas, or just soaked in the energy—this is your moment to kick back, raise a glass, and toast to what’s next.

Hosted by 100state
Event Organizers
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Kelly Pagac

Community and Program Director, 100state
Friday August 22, 2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
100state 17 S Fairchild Floor 7 Madison
  Free, In Person
 
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