About this Event
Welcome to the Founders Summit!
Come join us at Gerson Hall 126.
A gathering for entrepreneurs, operators, and creators looking to take their businesses, careers, and networks to the next level. Whether you're a bootstrapped founder, venture-backed CEO, ambitious operator, or side-hustler, this event is designed for those who think big, move fast, and build the future.
Brought to you by Gator Accelerator and UF Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center, this summit is a curated experience for high-achieving students and professionals to connect, learn, and celebrate success in an inspiring atmosphere.
Our speaker lineup includes:
- Abhi Lokesh is the co-founder of Fracture
- Rick Carlson is the co-founder of Neurotone AI
- James Coats is the founder of Phalanx Defense System
- Payal Khurana is the founder of Starter Space
- Eric Buffkin is the founder of etectRx
- Hirofumi Leung is the founder of Imagin Restaurant Group
- Laila Fakhoury is the co-founder of How Bazar & Dion Dia Records
- Mitch Glaeser is the founder of Emory Group Companies & San Felasco Tech City
...and more to be announced
What to Expect
Insightful Keynotes: Experience powerful keynote sessions, panels, and exclusive talks from leading entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators. Get real insights on what it takes to build, scale, and sustain success.
Forge Powerful Connections: With a community of entrepreneurs, founders, and investors, the Founders Summit is built for networking and collaboration. Meet people who can become your next co-founder, investor, or business partner.
Why Attend?
Learn from the best – Gain insights from top entrepreneurs, VCs, and industry leaders.
Expand your network – Meet and connect with like-minded professionals and potential collaborators.
Take action – Walk away with real, actionable strategies to level up your career or business.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Gerson Hall 126, 1368 Union Rd, Gainesville, United States
USD 0.00
