Top Tech Startups in Wisconsin, US in 2026

Kritik is an early-stage but fast growing ed-tech startup working passionately to upgrade college classroom experience with our fun and automated peer-to-peer learning technology. We launched our product into +200 universities and are ready to scale in the upcoming year. We are serial entrepreneurs, backed by some of the top players in the Canadian startup ecosystem including ApplyBoard and GarageCapital. We are looking for smart and motivated people to join the startup and be part of the fast movement in changing the way students are tasked and assessed. Recently, we launched VisibleAI (a completely new product), for which we have developed Artificial Intelligence (AI) for educators and institutions and a platform for academic integrity to equip educators with practical, ready-to-use strategies and prompts while maintaining academic integrity and fostering learning. The goal is to ensure educators are well-equipped to leverage AI, the effectiveness of PBL, and related concepts. The product offers transparency by detecting and reporting AI-generated content, helping educators maintain rigorous academic standards while embracing AI's educational potential.

Correlation One is a technology company whose mission is to make data science for all. We believe that data literacy is the most important skill for the future of work. We promote data literacy through global data science competitions, rigorous data skills assessments, and enterprise-grade data science education. We have built an expert community of 250,000+ data scientists and 500+ partnerships with leading universities and data science organizations in the US, China, UK, Canada, Ireland and Latin America. Our products and programs help data professionals develop and showcase their skills, and help enterprises attract and engage better data talent.

Machinio.com is one of the world’s largest platforms connecting buyers and sellers of inventory and related services across multiple industries. Founded in 2013 and acquired in 2018, Machinio now serves over 4,000 paying clients globally and continues to expand its reach and impact. Thousands of dealers and suppliers rely on the platform to market and sell their equipment, connecting them with millions of prospective buyers each year. Machinio is widely recognized for leveraging technology to simplify and modernize the buying and selling process. By introducing innovative tools and improving marketplace efficiency, the company has helped both buyers and sellers save significant time while facilitating high-value transactions worldwide. Machinio System is Machinio’s all-in-one software solution built specifically for dealers and service providers. Launched in 2018, it combines modern, fully customizable, SEO-optimized websites with a fully integrated CRM platform for dealers. This unified solution enables businesses to manage their entire workflow in one place — including inventory, lead management, quoting, invoicing, contact databases, email marketing campaigns, and more. With continuous feature development and a strong product roadmap, Machinio System empowers dealers and service providers to maintain a professional online presence, leverage intelligent sales and marketing tools, and consistently generate and nurture business opportunities. Machinio has been featured in leading media outlets including Forbes, Business Insider, Inc., EquipmentWorld, Agriculture.com, and others.

At TixTrack, we support our clients by creating superior ticketing solutions for performing arts and cultural institutions through a combination of modern technology, beautifully simple design, and the art of listening. Headquartered in the heart of the Broadway Theatre District, NYC, we are a small, but growing team of hardworking, highly motivated individuals. We are passionate about our work and driven to innovate with our customers to solve current and future challenges with new solutions. Our core product, Nliven, is a real-time platform that helps venues manage ticket sales efficiently while creating a more engaging buying experience for customers. With a presence across both the US and UK, we are anticipating robust growth in 2026. Even with a highly dispersed, largely remote workforce, we stay connected through our Slack channels, virtual events and regional meetups. Come see how we “role”.

Xealth enables healthcare teams to order digital content and services as easily as they do medications today. Patients can then access these digital health prescriptions from the provider's portal, so that they can actively manage their health. Until now, tools that allow care providers to integrate tailored digital health information and apps have not kept pace with providers and patients' desire to use them. Xealth enables IT/IS teams to onboard digital vendors into clinician and patient EMR interfaces in days rather than weeks.

gener8tor is a nationally ranked accelerator that invests in high-growth startups. Three times a year we invest $100K in each of five startups who receive a concierge experience during our 12-week accelerator program. gener8tor supports the growth of these startups through our network of experienced mentors, technologists, corporate partners, angel investors and venture capitalists. gener8tor invests in high-growth startups, including software, IT, web, SaaS, life science, medtech, e-commerce and hardware. Accepted startups receive $100K and 12 weeks of mentorship-driven programming. gener8tor is a proud member of the Global Accelerator Network (GAN) and is sponsored by American Family Insurance. gener8tor is a GOLD-tier accelerator in the U.S. as ranked by the Seed Accelerator Rankings Project.

ArcRelay Ops is a field service management software platform for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical service businesses. It gives contractors one place to manage scheduling, customer communication, field teams, job workflows, and day-to-day operations. We’re focused on making field service software practical and easy to use for growing service companies. We work closely with customers, use their feedback to improve the platform, and focus on solving real operational problems without unnecessary complexity.