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Cultivating Connections. Advancing Knowledge. Accelerating Growth.

At ACG Wisconsin, we’re focused on building the enterprise value of our organizations. This dynamic networking association is growing its ecosystem to accelerate business while adding value to members and championing leaders who positively impact the community.

The Wisconsin Chapter of ACG consists of 185+ member organizations that fuel Wisconsin’s economy. ACG WI is part of a global network, the Association for Corporate Growth, that connects you to 13,000 business professionals and networking events worldwide.

ACG WI membership grants you premier access to leading industry experts specializing in corporate growth strategies, emerging business challenges and innovative technologies. As a member of the Wisconsin Association for Corporate Growth chapter, you will engage in high-level discussions on growth opportunities and challenges, market expansion, risk mitigation and the intricacies of mergers and acquisitions. The network you build will serve as your sounding board of trusted advisors that you will turn to avoid common pitfalls and follow proven strategies to drive success. Investing in membership enhances your business by cultivating these strategic relationships, accelerating your knowledge and unlocking new opportunities for your company to grow and innovate.

Through our monthly meeting forums, corporate development series (exclusively for current and prospective corporate members), professional networking events and social gatherings, members engage in resource-sharing, connection-building, and innovative problem-solving. Explore our Events for upcoming opportunities to stay ahead of market trends.

Join ACG WI and play a pivotal role in driving the continued success of Wisconsin's business community.

Andrew DeGuire

Dean – College of Business, Marquette University

“It is inspiring to hear first-hand how leaders from a range of companies developed growth plans to take their company to a different level of performance. To see and hear the challenges teams have faced and how they found ways to adapt and grow their businesses provides sustaining encouragement to keep getting better at what we do.”

Cultivate the Relationships You Need to Thrive

Our membership is designed for leaders, executives and emerging professionals of Wisconsin-based businesses with a primary focus on driving corporate growth strategies within their organizations. We intentionally maintain a minimum of 60% corporate and private equity members to ensure a robust exchange of strategic insights. In addition, we welcome members from diverse sectors who share our commitment to advancing corporate growth initiatives.

Our chapter is comprised of seasoned professionals and thought leaders from corporate management, corporate strategy, business development, and finance across a range of industries. Our members include professionals from mergers and acquisitions, private equity, lending, capital markets, investment banking, underwriting, legal, accounting, valuation, technology, and insurance sectors—each contributing to a collaborative environment focused on fostering growth and innovation.

Connect with and grow alongside other motivated, growth-oriented business leaders. 75% of ACG Wisconsin members report they've done business with fellow members.

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Explore Ways to Engage with our Corporate Growth Community

Check out some of the many programs that engage and inspire our members.

Mark your calendar with our expert-led monthly meetings and events.

ACG WI NextGen – network for young and emerging professionals.

ACG Women’s Network – engage with and learn alongside dynamic women business leaders.

ACG Cup – business case study competition for graduate and under-graduate students.

Corporate Development Series – exclusive content and programming for corporate leaders.

Growth & Leadership Awards – nominate outstanding companies and leaders positively impacting the Wisconsin business community or learn about past winners.