SURGE
SURGE
CREATE Portage County
Surge leverages the power of community to turn ideas into up-and-running businesses! Four distinct challenges guide participants through the start-up process, earning them the support they need in the next round. Surge is sponsored by Prevail Bank and supported by the Small Business Development Center, CAP Services, and many community partners. Surge: Which idea will prevail?
S2 Ep. #6 - Cheryl Wolken
Wausau Mama creator Cheryl Wolken elaborates on a book idea that showcases the love we feel for our Central Wisconsin communities. Support Cheryl and find a new set of features to explore in our ruralplex!
May 24, 2022
16 min
S2 Ep. #5 - Jeff Nagel
Good ideas cultivate good ideas. Surge alumnus Ashley Schroeder, founder of The Garden, generated relationships through her launch that are now responsible for a new event venue in Plover, Wisconsin. Jared Nagel shares the ambience of The Enchanted Woods, an urban escape to mystique.
May 20, 2022
16 min
S2 Ep. #4 - Felysity Niles
Some say that great ideas are grown in dark times. Felysity Niles shares the business model for her plant care business that encourages her community to grow through their tough times. Niles Greenery will provide house plants, plant consultations, and a new avenue for healing.
May 12, 2022
16 min
S2 Ep. #3 - Curt Andres
Curt Andres has some serious know-how. Along his career as an auto tech, he pursued plenty of further education, and used his deep tool chest to create several apps to help his industry. Check out how Agri-Energy Research is simplifying work flows for folx!
May 11, 2022
11 min
S2 Ep. #2 - Angie Cain
Angie Cain has stepped up to coordinate the growth of a unique Children's Museum in Mauston - a small city in Juneau County. Her team is flourishing, creating hope and a needed resource for her community.
May 10, 2022
17 min
S2 Ep. #1 - Jeff Rice
Jeff Rice, co-owner of Origin Family Homebuilders, is launching a new home care service in North Central Wisconsin. Keeper Uppers will put homeowners at ease knowing that their most valuable investment is well taken care of.
May 9, 2022
18 min
Ep. #22 - Finale
To close out round 2 of Surge 2021, we give a small recap of our participants and release details on the next rounds.
Apr 22, 2021
7 min
Ep. #21 - Marion Schneider
Marion Schneider is courageous and keen on seeking out wondrous experiences. She's combining her love for wonder and joy with her skills and experiences to bring a resource to Central Wisconsin: the Fun-a-Dome
Apr 5, 2021
20 min
Ep. #20 - Zach Strenger
Zach Strenger is hoping to elevate the craft cocktail scene in Central Wisconsin through pre-batched cocktails. Canned, kegged, you name it - Copper & Pines is planning to make cocktails at the ready.
Apr 2, 2021
21 min
Ep. #19 - Ashley Schroeder
Ashley Schroeder is devoted to supporting the wellness community and is excited to open a new opportunity for Central Wisconsin residents. She's prepared to help people offload responsibility and stress in The Garden, a comprehensive wellness community.
Apr 1, 2021
14 min
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