Business & Community Networking

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Connect. Collaborate. Grow.

Looking for a different kind of networking experience?

Join local business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, professionals, farmers, and community members for networking events (Virtually or In-Person) at Badger State Farms LLC in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Our networking events are designed to help you build meaningful relationships, share ideas, exchange referrals, learn from others, and enjoy a relaxing farm experience. Unlike traditional networking events held in conference rooms or restaurants, attendees have the opportunity to connect in a welcoming farm setting while enjoying animal interactions and seasonal farm activities.

Whether you're growing a business, supporting a nonprofit, working remotely, launching a new idea, or simply looking to connect with others in the community, we invite you to join us.

What Makes Our Networking Events Different?

Each networking event includes:

Business and community networking

Professional introductions

Referral and collaboration opportunities

Featured learning topics

Community announcements

In-Person Additions:

Farm animal interactions

Seasonal farm experiences

Relaxed social time in a unique setting

Our goal is to create an environment where genuine relationships can develop naturally while supporting local businesses, organizations, and community growth.

Who Should Attend?

Our networking events are open to:

Small business owners

Entrepreneurs and startups

Home-based businesses

Nonprofit organizations

Community leaders

Farmers and homesteaders

Creatives and makers

Professionals and service providers

Anyone looking to build meaningful local connections

Monthly Networking Themes (In Person)

January - Business Goal Setting & Planning

February - Marketing, Referrals & Customer Growth

March - AI, Technology & Business Efficiency

April - Spring Growth & New Opportunities

May - Community Partnerships & Collaboration

June - Outdoor Networking on the Farm

July - Summer Networking Social

August - Customer Experience & Relationship Building

September - Fall Business Planning

October - Harvest Networking Celebration

November - Community Impact & Giving Back

December -Year-End Celebration & Success Stories

Farm Animal Experiences

One of the highlights of our networking events is the opportunity to interact with the animals at Badger State Farms LLC.

Depending on the season, attendees may have opportunities to meet and interact with: Goats, Sheep, Rabbits, Chickens, Ducks, Geese

Animal experiences vary throughout the year and help create a relaxed and memorable networking environment. (Yes, if you want, you are welcome to hold an animal throughout networking!)

In-Person: On the Farm: First Thursdays of the Month - In-person - at Badger State Farms LLC in Wisconsin Rapids

Starting September 2026 - 5:30 PM-6:30/7PM

Virtual: Businesses that are targeting Wisconsin Consumers and growing their networking in Wisconsin are welcome to join our Virtual Group

Virtual: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the Month - 7-7:45AM

Virtual:1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the Month - 8:15-9AM

Our goal is to connect with others who will help grow our businesses, learn something new, meet new people!

Membership Renewals will take place each year.

Costs can be found on the form below.

Pay below online or mail checks: Badger State Farms LLC

4911 Washington St, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Company name

First name

Last name

Position

Address

Phone

Industry/Website Address/Are you ready to help grow your business and help others grow there's?

Multi choice

**Virtual Networking - Tuesday 7:00-7:45AM - $199 (Founding Member until October 15th). Normal $249 year.

**Virtual Networking - Wednesday 8:15-9:00AM (Founding Member until October 15th). Normal $249 year.

Virtual Networking - (Both Tuesday/Wednesday Groups) - $349

In Person Networking First Thursday of the month (at Badger State Farms LLC) 5:30-6:30/7PM - $199 Year (up to 2 guests' same vehicle)

Once a month E-Newsletter submission due by 20th each month. $0 if you email it to us each month. $35 per ad we design (up to 12 per year) badgerstatefarmsllc@gmail.com

Featured Business - 5 minutes spotlight for 1 virtual or in person networking session - we will connect on date - $25 per feature

Sponsorship of Healing Circle on the Farm $500 single sponsor; $175 (up to 3 sponsors per day). Advertising will be seen by guests on the farm and help pay for program supplies.

Enter Your Total from Above. If you are paying via invoice/check please put $0 in the box. We will send you an email invoice. Networking dues are usually 100% deductible for tax purposes for small businesses so make sure to keep your receipts.

We will be emailing shortly after joining. Please email your logo and business writeup to feature for the group - this will be featured in the first monthly newsletter after you join and on group login page for all members to see.