# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Founders Forum - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 09:30 am – Wed, 25 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: The third annual Founders Forum is the ultimate gathering for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry leaders.About this EventThe theme of this year's Founders Forum is Human Connection in a Digital World.The , hosted by the Galant Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, is the ultimate gathering for aspiring entrepreneurs and industry leaders. Join us for a day of inspiring conversations, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities.We will explore how today’s innovators are building authentic relationships in an increasingly tech-driven landscape. Whether you're a first-time founder or curious about what drives innovators, join fellow students, alumni, faculty, and community members to connect with like-minded people and take your own venture idea to the next level.Featured founders include:Reggie Aggarwal (McIntire '91), CEO & Founder, CventTom Cortese, Co-founder, Peloton and CEO, Counter ServiceWilson Craig (A&S '16), Founder, Waterbird SpiritsSteve Ells, Founder, Chipotle and Executive Chairman & Chief Concept Officer, Counter ServiceMike Faherty, Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer, FahertySeth Goldman, Co-Founder & CEO, Just Ice TeaKat Hantas, Co-Founder, 21Seeds TequilaChase Heard (A&S '01), CEO & Creative Director, Howler BrothersMike Kirban, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, The Vita Coco CompanyChris Kirby, Founder & CEO, Ithaca Hummus & Guillermo'sJoe Linzon (McIntire '15), Co-Founder, Roots Natural KitchenMatt Loftus (Darden '16), Co-Founder, RhobackEddie Micklovic (A&S '22), Founder & CEO, NeroDavid Roselle (McIntire '23), CEO, DoorListLouisa Schneider, Founder & CEO, RowanSam Spelsberg (Engineering '21), Co-Founder & CTO, DelphiAndy Stepanian (A&S '97), Founder, Howler BrothersWhile the Founders Forum is an all-day event, you will have an opportunity during registration to indicate which sessions you plan to attend. 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