October 9, 2025
Hosted at WEC Energy Group
About +Venture North
Presented by NVNG Investment Advisors, +Venture North 2025 will showcase how collaboration and networks between venture capital and corporations can further propel Midwestern industries to become engines of economic growth.
This year’s program will explore the breakthroughs reshaping critical sectors—from autonomous machines and robotics in heavy equipment to the future of transportation and mobility. We’ll examine how national security is driving a new wave of defense tech, how quantum and advanced computing are unlocking next-gen capabilities, and how reindustrialization is redefining construction, energy, and logistics across our region.
Attendees will hear insights from venture capitalists, corporate innovators, successful founders, and operators leading the charge.
Additional events from NVNG this week include:
Wednesday 10/8 @ 2 pm
NVNG’s Corporate-Ready Day:For Wisconsin and visiting corporations to learn more about one another, and to engage with venture-backed startups and globally-focused venture capitalists aligned with the Midwest region’s core industries. Milwaukee – location TBA. To inquire about attending, please reach out to Marina Rostein.
Wednesday 10/8 @ 5 pm
NVNG’s Community Happy Hour: Our annual happy hour will take place on October 8, kicking off +Venture North. Join us if you’re in town! Milwaukee – Location TBA. Registration here.
Thursday 10/9 @ 6 pm
NVNG Annual Meeting Reception: This event is for our +Venture North speakers, NVNG LPs, NVNG’s portfolio venture funds, and select guests. This will take place following +Venture North. Milwaukee – location TBA. To inquire about attending, please reach out to Marina Rostein.
Friday 10/10 @ 8:30 am
NVNG Annual Meeting:This year’s annual meeting will take place the morning following +Venture North. NVNG’s investors, portfolio venture capital fund managers, select guests, and those interested in learning more about NVNG investments. Milwaukee – RW Baird. Registration Here.
See some of our 2024 highlights here!
Full Agenda Coming Soon!
Session Topics
The Nuclear Resurgence
National Security & the Rise of Defense Tech
Data Centers
Future of Mobility
Autonomous Machines – Robotics & Heavy Equipment
Quantum & Advanced Compute
NextGen Reidustrialization
Longevity & The Future of Wellness
Construction Tech
The Final Frontier
Builders Showcase
Session Speakers
Alex Roy
General Partner & Co-Founder at New Industry VC
Bill Berrien
CEO at Pindel Global Precision
Britton Plourde
Quantum Hardware Engineer at Qolab
Chris Stallman
Managing Partner at Fontinalis Partners
Colleen Konetzke
Chief of Staff at Document Crunch
David Tearse
Co-Founder & CEO at Karman Industries
Emery Waddell
General Partner at Vocap Partners
Erik Nieves
Founder & CEO at Plus One Robotics
Gregg Wallace
General Partner at Nirman Ventures
Jackie DiMonte
Co-Founder & General Partner at Grid Capital
John Myer
Senior Counsel at Husch Blackwell
Kate Waimey Timmerman
CEO at Chicago Quantum Exchange
Kyle Hoops
Vice President at WEC Energy Group
Mike Slawson
Director at Georgia-Pacific Ventures
Naveen Verma
CEO at EnCharge AI
Parker Stratton
Co-Founder & President at Maritime Operations Group
Patrick Nanson
CEO / Co-Founder at Maritime Operations Group
Tristan Hunt
Partner at Averin
Zack Birky
Senior Investment Manager at Caterpillar Ventures
Sponsors
Premier
Venue Host
Experience Sponsors
Branding Sponsors
Supporting Sponsors
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FAQs
Do I need to register to attend +Venture North?
Yes, as all guests need to be pre-registered and approved by our venue, we do not recommend booking travel before you’re invited to formally register. We encourage you to join us at the NVNG Community Happy Hour on October 8. Please register for that event here: https://founderhappyhour2025.rsvpify.com/
Will a hotel block be available?
A room block is available at the Courtyard Milwaukee Downtown, conveniently located right across from WEC Energy Group. Please note that the room block will close on September 8, 2025. After this date, we cannot guarantee the availability of rooms or the pricing of $169 per night.
To make an online reservation, please use the following link.
If you would like to contact the hotel directly, please reference the group code (NVN) or mention the NVNG Investment Advisors group block to secure the group rate.
Will parking be available?
Paid public parking is available at the Milwaukee Grand Ave Garage, 615 North 2nd Street, Milwaukee, WI.
Will food be served?
A light breakfast and lunch will be provided, and snacks, coffee, and water will be available throughout the day. Please remember to stay for the reception immediately following +Venture North, where appetizers and beverages will be served.
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