at buildHER, we aim to create a safe and inclusive environment for women and non-binary students to explore entrepreneurship, startups, and bring their ideas to life. through our focus on community, mentorship, and building, we strive to instill confidence, foster creativity, and support our members in changing the world.

upcoming events

  • design it.

    january 7 | 5:30–7:00PM

    dine and design with buildHER! join us for a fun evening of creativity, collaboration, and dinner. attendees will take on a design challenge using random items laid out on tables to build and pitch a solution based on a given prompt. come eat, create, and connect with your peers!

  • grow it.

    january 21 | 5:30–7:00PM

    learn how to turn your project into a product with rolanda fu from madrona ventures! she will share valuable insights on the journey from idea to impact and spend the last 20 minutes providing feedback on student projects. don’t miss this chance to grow your ideas with expert advice!

  • spark it.

    february 12 | 4:30–5:30PM

    sip on italian sodas and engage with mentors and peers at our project networking event, we’ll have red bull! we’re partnering with cool mentors to bring you exciting conversations and valuable connections. share your ideas, get inspired, and spark the next step in your journey!

our pillars

  • mentorship

    connect students with experienced women and non-binary founders/mentors

    provide opportunities for advice, feedback, and professional networking

    host speaker events, coffee chats, and office tours to expand knowledge and entrepreneurial networks for members

  • building

    provide resources to learn technical and business skills

    encourage innovation and creative problem-solving

    help students gain practical experience in entrepreneurship

    host builder workshops, build-a-thons, and builder programs

  • community

    create an inclusive and supportive space for women and non-binary students interested in building and entrepreneurship

    encourage networking and forming lasting connections

    foster a welcoming environment for sharing experiences and ideas

meet the team

Engagement Lead
Externals Lead
Founder & Director
Externals Lead
Engagement Lead

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