Business Builders
The premier entrepreneurship organization at The Ohio State University. Empowering students to build, innovate, and launch ventures that create lasting impact.
"Madness is rare in individuals—but in groups, parties, nations, and ages it is the rule."
— Peter Thiel, Zero to One
Our Builders
Build and grow with a community from -1 to 1.
Alex LaPlante
It takes everything to change everything
Charlie Dumo
Helping food and beverage brands scale online
Jack Swartley
Building the future I want to see
Neimi Mehta
na
Adam Khadre
Focused on turning financial complexity into powerful technology
Adithi Math
Building data-driven solutions and communities that create impact
Kuldeep Debnath
Quietly making stuff happen.
Alex LaPlante
It takes everything to change everything
Charlie Dumo
Helping food and beverage brands scale online
Jack Swartley
Building the future I want to see
Neimi Mehta
na
Adam Khadre
Focused on turning financial complexity into powerful technology
Adithi Math
Building data-driven solutions and communities that create impact
Kuldeep Debnath
Quietly making stuff happen.
Alex LaPlante
It takes everything to change everything
Charlie Dumo
Helping food and beverage brands scale online
Jack Swartley
Building the future I want to see
Neimi Mehta
na
Adam Khadre
Focused on turning financial complexity into powerful technology
Adithi Math
Building data-driven solutions and communities that create impact
Kuldeep Debnath
Quietly making stuff happen.
They build at
tomorrow's
giants
Our Alumni Network don't just dream about the future—they're actively building it at the companies that shape tomorrow.
Questions & Answers
Everything you need to know about joining our community of builders.
Business Builders is an exclusive community of ambitious entrepreneurs and creators. We provide the resources, mentorship, and network you need to scale from idea to impact. Our cohort-based program combines workshops, 1-on-1 guidance, and collaborative projects designed to accelerate your growth.
We're looking for driven individuals who are serious about building something meaningful. Whether you're a student with a startup idea, a professional looking to make the leap into entrepreneurship, or someone already building but ready to scale, our community welcomes ambitious builders at any stage.
Members get access to weekly interactive workshops, monthly networking events, 1-on-1 mentorship sessions, collaborative project opportunities, exclusive industry insights, and a lifetime connection to our alumni network. Plus, ongoing support as you build and scale your ventures.
The cohort program runs for 6 months with weekly engagement. However, membership in our community is ongoing. Many of our most successful alumni continue to mentor current cohorts and collaborate on new ventures years after completing the program.
Our application includes a brief form about your background and goals, a short video introduction, and a conversation with our team. We're looking for passion, commitment, and alignment with our community values rather than just credentials or experience.
We believe in making our community accessible to driven individuals regardless of their current financial situation. We offer need-based scholarships and flexible payment options. Reach out to discuss pricing that works for your situation.