4–6 Oct 2017
BYU Deadlines
Registration:
29 Sep 11:55 pm
2017 Fall Founders Conference
Schedule
Tickets for the game need to be purchased from BYU TICKETS using the promo code FOUNDERS. Tickets will be available until September 16.
Time Zone: MDT (America/Denver)
Wednesday, 4 October 2017
10:30 am
Founders Golf Tournament
Come for a rousing game of golf at the beautiful Riverside Country Club. Bring your “A” game for a fun and friendly competition. Tee times begin every 8 minutes starting at 11:00 am and a boxed lunch is provided. Green fees are $80 for 18 holes and will be the responsibility of the Founder or guest. Prizes will be awarded at the Founders Banquet on Thursday evening.
10:30 Arrive
11:00 Tee Off (every 8 mins)
10:30 Arrive
11:00 Tee Off (every 8 mins)
Riverside Golf Course, Provo, UT
Active
Active
Thursday, 5 October 2017
11:00 am–1:00 pm
Women's Event: New Women Student Entrepreneurs Initiative
Join us as we kick off the new Rollins Center women student entrepreneurs initiative. Learn more about this exciting initiative from a panel of women Founders. Enjoy an incredible lunch as you are inspired about this new program to engage more women in entrepreneurship and innovation across campus. To prime the pump, we will be inviting a select number of current BYU women student entrepreneurs to attend!
Home of Corbin & Kara Church, 1391 South 1140 East, Orem
Business Casual
Business Casual
2:00 pm–2:45 pm
Welcome Reception: You Are The Difference
Greet and mingle with fellow Founders, learn more about the exciting events we have planned during the conference, and peruse the first-ever “You Are The Difference” display. The “You Are The Difference” display will include profiles of students whose lives have been transformed by your generosity. Light refreshments will be served.
HFAC Lobby
Business Casual
Business Casual
3:00 pm–4:15 pm
Big Idea Pitch
There’s nothing quite as thrilling as watching BYU’s stellar student entrepreneurs pitch their innovative ideas to a live audience of Founders and fellow students! This competition has a proven track record of showcasing the ideas that turn into BYU’s most successful businesses. Don’t miss out on the moment when the idea is first brought to light!
Varsity Theater
Business Casual
Business Casual
6:00 pm–8:30 pm
Founders Banquet
We look forward to catching up and sharing with you our exciting plans for the future at the Founders Banquet. Come for the food and people and stay for the inspiring messages shared by center leadership and a surprise speaker. We hope to see you there!
6:00 - 6:45 Mix & Mingle
7:00 - 8:30 Dinner & Program
6:00 - 6:45 Mix & Mingle
7:00 - 8:30 Dinner & Program
Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Cocktail
Cocktail
Friday, 6 October 2017
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Investors Day
The Founders Launchpad companies have been diligently working and gaining traction over the summer and are excited to share with you the progress they’ve made! Come see for yourself the profound effect you’re having on BYU’s student entrepreneurs. Lunch will be provided and the Utah investment community will be invited to infuse these promising companies with the capital they need to take their ventures to the next level!
John Pestana's Garage 5132 N 300 West Provo
Business Casual
Business Casual
12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Mentoring Millennials
Hear your fellow Founder Craig Earnshaw talk about exciting new changes to the Rollins Center mentoring program. Learn how to become a better mentor by participating in live mentoring sessions with BYU's best up-and-coming student teams.
John Pestana's Garage 5132 N 300 West Provo
Business Casual
Business Casual
5:30 pm–7:30 pm
Tailgate Party
Join your fellow founders and friends for some pre-game fun! The beautiful waterfall and spacious lawn below the Centennial Carillon Bell Tower provide the scenic backdrop for games, socializing and a delicious dinner prior to the big game!
BYU Bell Tower Lawn
Casual
Casual
8:15 pm
Homecoming Football Game—BYU vs. Boise State
Rise and shout, the Cougars are out! Bring your team spirit as we cheer on the Cougars in their Homecoming game clash with the Broncos of Boise State.
Tickets for the game need to be purchased from BYU TICKETS using promo code FOUNDERS. Tickets will be available until September 16.
Tickets for the game need to be purchased from BYU TICKETS using promo code FOUNDERS. Tickets will be available until September 16.
LaVell Edwards Stadium
Casual
Casual