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Wyoming Venture Capital Makes First Fund Investment in Casper-Based Breakthrough Venture Capital

Recognizing the need to support the innovation and growth needs of entrepreneurs across the state, the Wyoming Business Council is thrilled to announce that Casper-based Breakthrough Venture Capital (BVC) has secured its first close of funding for their inaugural fund with participation from Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC).

BVC is a Wyoming-first venture capital firm whose mission is to support founders of high-growth startups in the state. They provide strategic investment, mentorship, and resources to help innovators achieve their full potential and enrich Wyoming communities.

May 28, 2024

Business Council Board Meets May 7 & 8 in Casper

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Board of Directors will hold their quarterly meeting plus a public work session next week in person in Casper, Wyoming, and concurrently via Zoom.

The WBC Board will meet on Wednesday, May 8, at the Hilton Garden Inn (1150 N Poplar St, Casper WY,82601), beginning at 8 a.m. The Board also will convene a public work session the previous afternoon, May 7 beginning at 12 p.m. at the same location.

May 3, 2024

Wyoming Business Council Opens Applications for Community Facility Rehabilitation Grant Program

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) has opened applications for the Community Facility Rehabilitation (CFR) Grant Program, a subcomponent of the Community Facilities Program (CFP) which was appropriated by the Wyoming Legislature during the 2024 General Session.

April 23, 2024

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Wyoming Innovator and Language I/O CEO, Heather Shoemaker, Named to Inc.’s 2024 Female Founders List

Cheyenne-based Language I/O founder and CEO, Heather Shoemaker, was recently recognized in Inc. Magazine’s seventh annual Female Founders list, an esteemed accolade honoring 250 women whose innovations and ideas are making significant business impacts. Shoemaker is the only woman recognized from Wyoming.

April 11, 2024

The Wyoming Academy Wraps Up First Cohort, Announces 2024 Class Roster

The inaugural class of The Wyoming Academy wrapped up last week in Casper, Wyoming, and while organizers celebrate the growth and connections of the first cohort, they also are looking ahead to the next set of leaders to join the program this June.

April 11, 2024

Wyoming Business Council Announces Wyoming Venture Capital Fund Investment in Remo Health

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is excited to announce its latest direct equity investment from the federally funded Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC) Fund in Remo Health. Founded in 2021, the company is led by Dr. Will Poe, Matt LeKrey, and Jason Decastro, headquartered in Jackson, Wyoming.

April 10, 2024

Wyoming Business Council Solicits Proposals for Graphic Design Support Services

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is pleased to announce the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for graphic design support services as of April 1, 2024.

April 1, 2024

Wyoming Business Council Hosts Free Community Planning Workshop, June 26 and 27 in Casper

The Wyoming Business Council is looking for teams of community leaders committed to working on economic development challenges to take part in a free workshop focused on cultivating a shared vision and collaborative momentum.

The Assessment to Action (A2A) Planning Workshop is a comprehensive, hands-on opportunity tailored for teams of three to eight individuals devoted to enhancing the economic well-being of their local communities, regions, industries, or state organizations. Teams will dive into a locally-led, problem-driven planning approach that empowers them to impact on root problems.

March 21, 2024

Business Council Board Meets Feb. 21 & 22, 2024, in Cheyenne

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Board of Directors will hold their quarterly meeting plus a public work session next week in person in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and concurrently via Zoom.

February 16, 2024

Wyoming Business Council Announces Wyoming Venture Capital Fund Investment in Mia Share

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is excited to announce its latest direct equity investment from the federally funded Wyoming Venture Capital (WYVC) Fund in Mia Share, Inc. Founded in 2019 by CEO Joshua Haghani, Mia Share is a FinTech company specializing in streamlining digital payments for trade and technical schools, headquartered in Jackson, Wyoming.

February 12, 2024

Applications Now Open for The 2024 Wyoming Academy

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) and Leadership Wyoming proudly announce that applications are now open through March 10 for the second cohort of The Wyoming Academy, commencing June 2024.

February 5, 2024

Wyoming Business Council Announces New Additions to their Team

The Wyoming Business Council (WBC) is excited to announce two new team members: a new project manager and a new, full-time role for one of our interns. Learn more about the entire WBC team and how we’re working together to build a more resilient Wyoming at wyomingbusiness.org/about.

January 18, 2024

Wyoming Venture Capital Makes First Fund Investment in Casper-Based Breakthrough Venture Capital

Business Council Board Meets May 7 & 8 in Casper

Wyoming Business Council Opens Applications for Community Facility Rehabilitation Grant Program

Wyoming Innovator and Language I/O CEO, Heather Shoemaker, Named to Inc.’s 2024 Female Founders List

The Wyoming Academy Wraps Up First Cohort, Announces 2024 Class Roster

Wyoming Business Council Announces Wyoming Venture Capital Fund Investment in Remo Health

Wyoming Business Council Solicits Proposals for Graphic Design Support Services

Wyoming Business Council Hosts Free Community Planning Workshop, June 26 and 27 in Casper

Business Council Board Meets Feb. 21 & 22, 2024, in Cheyenne

Wyoming Business Council Announces Wyoming Venture Capital Fund Investment in Mia Share

Applications Now Open for The 2024 Wyoming Academy

Wyoming Business Council Announces New Additions to their Team

Wyoming Business Council Announces Wyoming Venture Capital Fund Investment In DISA Technologies

Wyoming Makes Historic Investment to Expand High-Speed Internet Access

Wyoming Business Council Board of Directors Holds Quarterly Board Meeting Dec. 12 and 13, via Zoom

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