Wisconsin Technology Council
Public Policy OfficesWisconsin, United States11-50 Employees
The Wisconsin Technology Council is an independent, nonprofit, and nonpartisan public policy organization that serves as the science and technology advisor to Wisconsin's Governor and Legislature. Founded in 2001 through a bipartisan act, it brings together leaders from tech companies, venture capital, higher education, research institutions, government, and law to inform policy and support Wisconsin's innovation ecosystem. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, the council acts as a neutral bridge among industry, academia, and government. Its work centers on convening discussions and events that connect policymakers with researchers, entrepreneurs, and university leaders to advance technology-driven economic development in the state. The organization runs programs and forums such as the Wisconsin Tech Summit and the Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest, demonstrating its focus on campus-driven entrepreneurship and innovation. In 2025, WorldWise Microfinance formed a partnership with the Wisconsin Technology Council to provide financial tools that support borrower self-sufficiency.