BUILDFest Boston 2024

A night celebrating a legacy of 
BUILDing entrepreneurial leaders 
& transforming communities.  

Thursday, May 30, 2024

5:00 - 8:00PM EST

Artists for Humanity EpiCenter

100 W 2nd St, Boston, MA 02127

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A inspiring event celebrating 25 years of BUILDing legacy and impact.

At BUILDFest 2024, we’re not just commemorating a legacy; we’re embracing a future where every student has the opportunity to become an entrepreneurial leader.

 

Starting this Spring, more than 35 teams of BUILD high school students representing 4 Public Schools in Boston and Randolph will pitch their innovative business ideas to volunteer judges in hopes of earning a final slot at our 25th Anniversary milestone BUILDFest Challenge. These talented finalists will compete in front of a panel of VIP judges and hundreds of BUILD community members for cash prizes and start-up funds.


BUILDing Entrepreneurial Leaders. Transforming Communities.

Join us as we journey through a quarter century of impact, witness the brilliance of today’s student entrepreneurs, and together, shape a future where every student’s potential is unleashed and every community thrives. 

One Student at a Time.

This event will also feature a reception and Student Business Expo where guests will have the opportunity to meet BUILD’s student entrepreneurs and purchase their unique products.

Michelle Obama
Event host
Baratunde Thurston
VIP Judge
Beyonce
VIP Judge

This Event is Graciously Sponsored By

A huge thank you to this year's event sponsors

Signature Sponsor

Sales Expo Sponsor

Team Sponsor

Be an event sponsor

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Signature Sponsor

Lead sponsor recognition, Premium seating for 10, Invite to present winning cash prize, invite to be one of the four BUILDFest Judges

Fund-a-Finalist

Sponsor recognition, Premium seating for 10, Invite to intro top team, option for single day virtual engagement for up to 5 employees

Sales Expo Sponsor

Sponsor recognition at sales expo, premium seating for 8, Invite for leader to visit a classroom for a student engagement opportunity

Team Sponsor

=Sponsor recognition for one team, premium seating for 6

BUILD Boston Partner Schools

A huge thank you to our school partners that continue to make impact throughout the year with our students.
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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​

Follow positioning format Above

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.