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Attendees will leave with new ideas and a free business growth toolkit.<\/p>\n<p>The session is Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 4-6 p.m., at the School of Continuing Education Conference Center, 161 W. Wisconsin Ave. The event also offers a virtual option.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inspiring speakers:<\/strong> Hear from Carlton Highsmith, a UW-Madison graduate who founded Specialized Packaging Group (SPG), a package design company that was recognized as the largest minority-owned firm in Connecticut in 2009 and was ranked No. 26 on \u201cBlack Enterprise Magazine\u2019s\u201d BE 100 list.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Actionable takeaways:<\/strong> Leave equipped with a practical toolkit to elevate your business or entrepreneurial idea. Understand the strategies and mindsets that lead to success in the business world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meaningful connections:<\/strong> Network with Milwaukee\u2019s community of business owners and create partnerships that spark growth. 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