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WISC Partners provides Strategic Operating Capital and builds companies for expansion and acceleration stage enterprises. This regional fund offers intensive post-investment engagement, offering portfolio companies corporate networks, guidance, and executive support. Its partnership with the UW-Madison College of Engineering directly links public research with private enterprise.
Co-founded in 2013 by Mike Splinter and David Guinther, seasoned technology and finance leaders, the firm originated from an insight to bridge public research with private innovation. This vision accelerates academic breakthroughs and fosters growth in the Midwest entrepreneurial ecosystem.
It supports expansion and acceleration stage companies in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa. WISC Partners' mission empowers entrepreneurs solving important problems, providing capital and strategic expertise. It guides these businesses to lasting success, enriching the regional economy.
Key people at WISC Partners.
WISC Partners was founded in 2013 by David Guinther (General Partner & Founder) and Mike Splinter (General Partner & Founder).
WISC Partners was founded in 2013 by David Guinther (General Partner & Founder) and Mike Splinter (General Partner & Founder).
Key people at WISC Partners.
WISC Partners has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $4.0M Series A Extension in Imbed Biosciences in November 2019.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2019 | Imbed Biosciences | $4.0M Series A Extension | Formidable Asset Management | — |
| May 16, 2018 | PegEx | $8.0M Series B | Plymouth Growth | Capital Midwest Fund |
