TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION CENTER
We provide ENTREPRENEURS with the RESOURCES they need to BUILD and GROW a SUCCESSFUL company
All You Need to Succeed
Do you have a need to succeed? Join our community of entrepreneurs at Milwaukee’s largest business incubator.
The Technology Innovation Center is the largest and longest-running business incubator in the Greater Milwaukee Area with a proven track record of over 30 years. With the perfect location at the Zoo Interchange, our community of entrepreneurs have the environment, support, and resources they need to build and grow a successful company.
Since 1993, more than 247 startups, growth companies, entrepreneurs, and non-profits have called us home. Our office and lab space are ideal for businesses specializing in bioscience, information technology and software development, venture investment, research, and more!
Membership Benefits
Membership benefits include affordable space, conference rooms, classrooms, copy and print room, 24/7 secure access, in-house resources, business coaching and mentoring, a resource directory, and financial assistance through loans and investor introductions.
Business Coaching & mentorship
24/7 Secure access
profesional business address
Mail Management
Website Listing & company promotion
Community & Networking
available space
The Technology Innovation Center provides 80,000 square-feet of prime lab, light manufacturing, and office space with high-bandwidth internet connectivity, ample-three phase high voltage power, and high ceiling loading dock.
Lab space
20,000 square-feet of wet laboratories, supported by a core services facility with autoclave/sterilizer, endotoxin-free water, DI water, ice machine, glassware washer & dark room.
Small Office Space
50,000 square feet of office space of varying sizes. The smaller offices are ideal for professionals, accountants, lawyers, etc.
Large Office Space
50,000 square feet of office space of varying sizes. The larger office space is ideal for administrative offices, IT companies, software and application development.
Shared space
10,000 square-feet of recently renovated common areas, light manufacturing space and office suites, with two board rooms, two conference rooms and two classroom facilities with the latest AV technology.
Conference rooms
Classroom
Copy & Print Center
Financial Assistance
Micro Loan Program
The Technology Innovation Center micro loan program is available to its clients and tenants. Research development funds and grants are also available to entrepreneurs in the building. Contact the office for more information.
Investor Introductions
Introductions to angel and venture investors. Angel investors are generally high net worth individuals who invest capital in startups in exchange for equity. Venture capitalists are part of private firms with investment funds.
Preparation to Raise Capital
Preparation to raise capital involves conducting analysis, determining how much funding and its purpose, preparing your pitch and presentation, and refining as you progress.
success stories
Internet Connect Gave Research Park First Taste of World Wide Web
The phrase ‘timing is everything’ couldn’t be truer for the business endeavor started by Alec Ellsworth and Ryan Brooks nearly 25 years ago. It was on the brink of one of the most revolutionary inventions of our time – the Internet.
Entrepreneur Builds Niche Business on Technology Transfer from Medical College
Richard Stevens’ love for science began in an unlikely way. As publication editor for various health care and scientific organizations, Stevens never imagined his degree in journalism from Ohio University would lead to him owning a medical device company. In fact, he’s created two successful companies based on technology transfer from academia.
Agro Biosciences Graduates From The Technology Innovation Center
When a new microbiology company was looking for a place to lay down some roots, it chose the only incubation center in southeastern Wisconsin with laboratory space.
News
Technology Innovation Center at Milwaukee County Research Park empowering innovation
In the heart of the Milwaukee County Research Park, a beacon of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit is thriving. The Technology Innovation Center, located at 10437 Innovation Dr., has become a vibrant hub for aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, and technology-driven companies. As a mixed-use business incubator, it plays a pivotal role in fueling economic growth, fostering collaboration, and empowering innovation within the local community.
BNM named new Manufacturers’ Rep for Knowles
Brainard-Nielsen Marketing is excited to announce that we are the new manufacturers’ rep for Knowles Corporation and their exceptional audio products. Knowles is a global leader in advanced acoustic components, audio processors and high-performance microphones designed to deliver exceptional sound quality and performance across a variety of applications and industries.
2nd annual Veteran Business Showcase highlights veteran businesses of Central Wisconsin
When you stroll through the Veteran Business Showcase that UW-Stevens Point hosts annually at Artist and Fare in Plover, you’ll find plenty of tables worth checking out. It’s all meant to create awareness towards veteran-owned businesses in Central Wisconsin. The showcase also highlighted veteran resources for business support in the area, including the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce and Wisconsin Procurement Institute.