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#40. Madison
Named one of our 100 Best Places to Live three years in a row, Madison has all kinds of programs are available to entrepreneurs. Capital Entrepreneurs has a successful history of advising startups. Other notable resources include Merlin Mentors, Wisconsin Technology Council, and the Entrepreneurial Residential Learning Community.
Business Growth (2011-2015): 5%
Employment Growth (2011-2015): 8%