Join us as we launch a movement to change the future of education and opportunity through youth entrepreneurship

March 25, 2021

7:30 - 8:00PM EST

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About the event

Join BUILD Metro DC on March 25th as we celebrate our region’s accomplishments. DC’s BUILDFest Reception will be a 30-minute virtual networking event highlighting our student businesses, volunteer opportunities, and new partner initiatives.

Students Presenting

BUILDFest Metro DC Host

Heather Godsmark


Consultant - Private Equity and Services Practices, Egon Zehnder
BUILD METRO DC Advisory Board Co-Chair

BUILDFest Metro DC Host

Dora Gougoufkas


Vice President Risk Management, Capital One
BUILD Metro DC Advisory Board Co-Chair

VIP Remarks From

JB Holston

CEO, Greater Washington Partnership

Karl Racine

Attorney General for the District of Columbia

Marty Rodgers

MARKET UNIT LEAD – US SOUTH, Accenture


Event Highlights

Networking 

Mingle among the District’s top business leaders and BUILD Metro DC partners. 

Student Businesses

Learn about BUILD DC student business and programming. 

Volunteer

Learn about BUILD DC’s volunteer opportunities: Pitch Competition Judging, Corporate Coaching, Mentoring, and more.

BUILD DC Supporters

Launching a movement to change the future of education and opportunity in America

BUILD DC Partner Schools

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VIDEO PREPARATION GUIDELINES

HOW TO RECORD

1. iPhone, iPad, Zoom and Loom are all choices of recording tools for their video presentation 
2. Record with both students and their presentation in view
3. Record horizontally for the best view of the students and their presentation
4. Follow Presentation Diagram to the Right

PRESENTATION TIPS.

- Make eye contact with the camera
- Notecards may be used as cue cards
•Pro Tip: Notecards should avoid having a full script
- Even when you are not speaking, don’t forget the camera is still recording!
•Be aware of your body language while you and your business partners are speaking
- Everyone has an opportunity to speak
- Professional dress is encouraged
- Practice makes perfect
•Practice how you will transition from each speaker
•Project your voice when you speak​

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Download a Sample of Our Curriculum

Fill out this form to receive a free sample of our curriculum and to receive occasional email updates on how to bring BUILD to your community.