Program Information

1. Register for the orientation​​​
   
2. Attend the orientation ​
   
3. During orientation, decide if the ETP is right for you
   
4. Apply for the ETP scholarship grant​
   (grant application forms available at the orientation)
   
5. Confirm your participation by paying the $250 partial program registration fee at the end of the orientation and pick up your textbook
   (If you are not eligible for the grant​, you will need to pay the full registration fee.)​​
   

In addition to the ETP scholarship grant, the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation is offering a small scholarship grant upon successful completion of the course to help offset the registration fee. Must be a Langlade County resident or business owner in Langlade to qualify. For full eligibilty, requirements, and application process, please visit the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation or call  for more info 715-623-2085.​​

Antigo/Langlade Instructor

Jeff Ebel | Angel Investor, Business Owner
 
Jeff Ebel is a former business owner, having had his own business in the 70s and again in 1989 starting Ebel Woodworking in his garage. In between businesses he worked in manufacturing management at two local furniture companies. In 2007 he sold Ebel Woodworking after growing it to over $4MM insales and over 45 employees. 

Program Information

Program Details

Women Entrepreneurs Co-hort Instructor

Andi Gretzinger | Wood Florist, Business Owner

Andi Gretzinger is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, mom, and wife whose entrepreneurial fire was lit by the ETP class in 2019. She is the owner of North Wood Blooms LLC, a luxury wood flower florist, and a creative business mentor. 

Originally an elementary art teacher, Andi transitioned her artistic and teaching talents to wood flower floristry. Starting as a side hustle in 2018, her business became a full-time endeavor in 2021, thanks to the pivotal role of the ETP program. 

Since then, Andi has been an inspiring force in the industry, helping plan a national wood flower florists conference now entering its fourth year. She mentors fellow florists in artistry, business strategy, and marketing. Andi is also passionate about helping local entrepreneurs through the SBDC. She combines her experience and enthusiasm to empower and support fellow entrepreneurs, sharing her journey and insights to help others achieve their goals and thrive in their passions.

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Mang Xiong | Mang of All Trades, Business​ Owner

Mang Xiong, born and raised in Milwaukee, WI, is the third oldest of eleven children. With over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit and business sectors, he​r journey began at a very young age. Mang is deeply passionate about transforming business dreams into reality through consulting, TA services, and optimizing efficiency, leveraging her extensive and diverse background in business and marketing.

She spearheaded the Central Wisconsin Hmong Professionals (CWHP) group alongside a team of motivated individuals, aiming to inspire and educate the next generation of Hmong leaders in Wisconsin. Mang played a pivotal role in the H2N project in Central Wisconsin, connecting underserved communities to crucial COVID-19 resources and streamlining communications with health systems, the Department of Health Services, and various local partners during this unprecedented time.

Previously, she led as the first female executive director of a statewide coalition dedicated to supporting and advocating for AAPI nonprofits and businesses in Wisconsin, leading the youngest and largest team in their history. Mang's commitment extends to numerous planning committees and community events and projects statewide alongside her own consulting business, Mang of All Trades. Outside of her professional and community endeavors, she is a devoted wife and mother who enjoys event planning, savoring delicious food, and spending quality time with her children, husband, family, and friends.