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2024 Forward Festival Sees Most In-Person Events Since Pre-Pandemic

Posted on by Bryna Goeking

(MADISON, Wis.)—Individuals of all ages, industries, interests and experiences will have the opportunity to make connections, share advice and collaborate at the 15th annual Forward Festival, which will take place Aug. 19-23 at various locations in and around Madison. The festival will feature more than 50 events, 42 of which take place in-person, which is the most since pre-pandemic.

“It’s exciting to see an increasing number of in-person events at Forward Festival,” Laura Strong, festival board member and strategy advisor at Archeus Technologies, said. “We are providing attendees with information on advances in technology, yet we still have core sessions on how to build a business. There is something for everyone.”

Eight events highlight artificial intelligence, including “The Dark Side of AI and the Need for Cybersecurity Awareness” on Tuesday, Aug. 20 and “The Future of Voice in the Time of Gen AI: Scaling Marketing, Content IP and Blockchain” on Thursday, Aug. 22. Additional new topics include consumer demographics, music and art investing.

The festival still features annual events such as the Badger Startup Summit on Aug. 19 at the Discovery Building, as well as the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce’s Pressure Chamber pitch competition event on Aug. 22 at the Majestic Theatre.

Similar to last year, participants have three different options for the Forward Pass—a Free Events Forward Pass; the Forward Pass with Swag, which gives access to all virtual and in-person events plus access to the Forward Fest app and adds the 2024 merchandise; and the Forward Pass without Swag. Once participants buy a Forward Pass, they can RSVP to events with one click and have events synced to their calendars.

Forward Festival is sponsored by Associated Bank, Fetch, Fine Point Consulting, Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, M3 Insurance, MG&E, Neider & Boucher, Swink, WEDC and the Wisconsin Union. Public relations support is provided by Revelation PR, Advertising & Social Media.

For a detailed listing of events happening during the Forward Festival, please visit www.forwardfest.org.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Madison Downtown to Open in June

Posted on by Taylor Kennedy

Embassy Suites by Hilton Madison Downtown, a 262-room hotel with all two-room suites, is set to open June 20 at 231 S. Pinckney St. The hotel is developed and built by Mortenson and managed by Raymond Management Company.

Located, just steps away from the Monona Terrace, Lake Monona, Wisconsin State Capitol and numerous restaurants, the hotel also offers 2,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, as well as a 24-hour fitness center, an open-air atrium and is pet-friendly.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Madison Downtown welcomes guests to enjoy its two-room suites with a separate bedroom and living space where they can spread out, enjoy free, cooked-to-order breakfast each morning, and complimentary drinks and snacks during the nightly Evening Reception. Each suite also includes two 55” flat-screen high-definition televisions and a wet bar fitted with a microwave, mini-fridge and a selection of gourmet coffee and teas.

“To have the opportunity to bring our Raymond Management team culture to this beautiful hotel is an honor,” General Manager Michael Luehrs said. “We’re delighted to be a part of this exciting growth downtown and we’re grateful to be another great reason for travelers to experience Madison.”

Embassy Suites by Hilton Madison Downtown offers Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else and free standard Wi-Fi. Members also enjoy popular digital tools available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors mobile app, where Hilton Honors members can check in, choose their room and access their room using a Digital Key.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit Embassy Suites by Hilton Madison Downtown or call 608-740-6870.

Read more about Embassy Suites by Hilton at embassysuites.com and stories.hilton.com/embassysuites.

 

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About Embassy Suites by Hilton

Embassy Suites by Hilton, one of Hilton’s market-leading brands, is dedicated to delivering what matters most to travelers. The full-service, upscale brand offers both leisure and business travelers an approachable, best-in-class experience with two-room suites, free made-to-order breakfast, flexible meetings and events space, inviting open atriums, 24-hour fitness centers and complimentary evening reception. Embassy Suites by Hilton offers more than 260 open hotels with nearly 40 properties in development. Experience a positive stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton by booking at embassysuites.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Embassy Suites by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/embassysuites, and follow the brand on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

About Raymond Management Company

Raymond Management Company is a hotel development and management company with award-winning properties across the United States. As a company, we continue to build and develop in new markets while working together to deliver legendary service. As teammates, we encourage each other to grow and develop continuously. As of spring 2024, we are proud of the 1,475 teammates and 37 properties in 13 states.

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Affordable Dental Care of Madison Announces Inaugural Sparkles and Smiles Gala

Posted on by Taylor Kennedy

(MADISON, Wis.) – Affordable Dental Care of Madison is hosting its inaugural gala, Sparkles and Smiles, from 5-10 p.m. Saturday, April 20 at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. The gala looks to raise awareness of affordable, compassionate dental care in the Madison community.

The evening will include networking, dinner, live music, dancing and exclusive silent auction items. Downtown Madison Inc. President Jason Ilstrup and Television Wisconsin host Lee Acker will serve as emcees.

“The inaugural Sparkles and Smiles gala supports our mission of increasing access to oral healthcare,” Affordable Dental Care Executive Director Areli Estrada said. “As a non-profit clinic, we are deeply passionate about strengthening communities and helping people with their smiles.”

Tickets for the event are $120 and can be purchased at https://adc.ticketspice.com/sparkles-and-smiles-gala. Corporate sponsorships also are available through March 20.

To learn more, visit: https://www.affordabledentalmadison.org/gala.

About Affordable Dental Care

Affordable Dental Care looks to restore hope, health and opportunity by providing quality dental care to the uninsured and underinsured across Wisconsin. We aim to address health equity concerns, eliminate barriers to access and make a positive impact through our unwavering commitment to awareness, education, patient advocacy, community engagement and the guiding principles of our faith.

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