Welcome to our twice-per-month Member Connect — where Forward Janesville member businesses share events, news and opportunities with each other and the community.

Don’t Miss These Upcoming Events

There’s no shortage of opportunities to get involved, learn and connect in the weeks ahead.

• Register for CivicCon on May 7, featuring a deep dive into housing and “The Affordable City”
• Don’t miss the Janesville Performing Arts Center’s annual gala on May 2, headlined by Andy Grammer
• Join CASA of Rock County for their “Break the Cycle” Gala
• Attend or sponsor the American Heart Association’s “Hard Hats With Heart” event
• Support Rock Valley Community Programs at an upcoming Beloit Sky Carp game
• Experience the 4th Annual Run the Rock on April 26, benefiting the Isaac Strong Foundation
• Check out the Le Vian Trunk Show at The Diamond Center

Networking, Learning & Professional Development

Grow your network and your skillset with these upcoming opportunities:

• Register for CivicCon: The Affordable City
• Take advantage of a $100 discount for EntreCon Midwest 2026 with code Forward26
• Attend WKOW’s free marketing seminar on combining traditional and digital strategies
• Apply for the next Leadership Development Academy class — applications are now open

Community Impact & Fundraising Opportunities

Support meaningful causes and make a difference across Rock County:

• Humane Society and Good Works Brewing’s Pints & Paws Photo Contest
• Rock County Cancer Coalition’s Cancer Honor Walk (seeking sponsors, participants and volunteers)
• LDA Group “The Blend” fundraiser supporting local child care initiatives
• Boys & Girls Club’s Scramble for Youth on May 15
• Participate in YWCA Rock County’s Care House Golf Outing
• Sign up to play in the Leadership Development Academy Golf Outing

Classes, Workshops & Personal Enrichment

Take time to learn something new or invest in yourself:

• Basics Cooperative’s upcoming Game Night
• Hedberg Public Library’s presentation on Norwegians in Rock County

Business News, Announcements & Opportunities

Stay up to date with what’s happening across the Forward Janesville network:

• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Dream Partners named BBB Wisconsin Torch Award for Ethics winner
• Department of Energy backs SHINE’s commercial fusion platform with $263 million
• RockBuzz Janesville continues connecting local businesses with the community

Get Active & Get Involved

There are plenty of ways to engage, volunteer and stay connected:

• Blackhawk Technical College Talons Golf Play Day
• Support community events like Downtown Janesville’s Spring Wine Walk on May 16

Stay Connected

Forward Janesville is proud to help share these updates from our member businesses. Whether you're looking to attend an event, grow your business, support a cause or make new connections, there’s something here for you.

Be sure to submit your updates for the next Member Connect by April 24—we look forward to continuing to highlight the great things happening across our community.