Food Entrepreneurship Essentials: Licensing, Safety & Other Resources for Success

Food Entrepreneurship Essentials: Licensing, Safety & Other Resources for Success

Tuesday, March 10 • 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Urban League Black Business Hub

Are you planning to start—or ready to grow—a food cart, pop‑up, catering operation, mobile kitchen, or other food‑based business? Join us for an information‑packed workshop designed to help food entrepreneurs understand the key requirements and resources needed to operate safely, legally, and successfully in Madison and Dane County.

This session is ideal for anyone looking to enter the food vending industry or strengthen an existing venture. Participants will gain practical guidance on licensing, safety standards, insurance expectations, and local regulations—along with an introduction to community resources and commercial kitchen rental opportunities through the Urban League of Greater Madison.

What You’ll Learn
During this two‑hour workshop, attendees will receive information on:
• Required licenses and permits for food carts, pop‑ups, mobile units, and catering businesses
• Food safety standards and Public Health requirements
• Insurance basics for food entrepreneurs
• City of Madison street vending regulations and operational guidelines
• Local community resources supporting small food businesses
• ServeSafe Manager requirements and test prep resources
• Commercial kitchen rental options available through the Urban League

Whether you’re dreaming of launching a food cart or preparing to take your pop‑up to the next level, you’ll walk away with clear guidance and actionable insights to help your business succeed.

Featured Presenters
• Jeffrey Norwood – Food Entrepreneurship Manager, Urban League of Greater Madison
• Sara Stemberger, REHS, MS – Public Health Madison & Dane County
• Meghan Blake-Horst – City of Madison Street Vending
• David Schrankler – ServeSafe Certified Instructor

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, March 10
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Urban League Black Business Hub, 2352 S. Park St., Room 402

Cost
There is no cost to attend. RSVP is kindly requested.