Founders' Forum

Open conversations between business owners navigating leadership, growth, and the challenges no one talks about.​
About this Event

Founders' Forum​

Hosted by: Don Ryan Center for Innovation​
Sponsored by: Southern Barrel Brewing Co.​

After a successful first gathering, DRCI is excited to host our next Founders' Forum.

Our first event brought together local entrepreneurs and business leaders for meaningful conversations, honest insights, and valuable connections and the response made it clear that business owners are looking for more opportunities like this.

Running a business can feel lonely.​

As a business owner, you're responsible for the decisions, the risks, the employees, and the future of your company. While others may look to you for answers, there aren’t always many places where you can talk openly with peers who truly understand the weight of leadership.​

Founders' Forum is an informal gathering designed specifically for business owners and founders who want to have real conversations about leadership, growth, and the challenges that don’t always get talked about.​

Join us at Southern Barrel Brewing Co. for an evening of thoughtful discussion, shared experiences, and connection with other local business leaders.​

There’s no presentation and no sales pitch—just honest conversation with people who understand what it’s like to build and lead a business.​

We'll explore questions like:​

• What challenges keep business owners up at night?​
• When does growth start to feel overwhelming?​
• How do you lead when you're the one everyone looks to for answers?​
• Who do you turn to for advice when you're the decision maker?​

Whether you're navigating growth, managing a team, or simply looking for a place to connect with other leaders, this conversation is for you.​

What to Expect​

• Guided conversation with fellow business owners​
• A relaxed environment to share insights and experiences​
• Opportunities to connect with other entrepreneurs in the region​
• Drinks and light appetizers provided by Southern Barrel Brewing Co.​

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Who Should Attend​

• Business owners​
• Founders​
• CEOs​
• Entrepreneurs leading growing companies​

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Space is limited to keep the conversations meaningful.​