CEO to host 43rd Global Conference in Tampa, FL | November 5-7, 2026

The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization (CEO) is excited to announce that the 43rd Annual CEO Global Conference & Pitch Competition will take place November 5–7, 2026 in Clearwater Beach, Florida.

Centered around this year’s theme, “Build What’s Next,” the conference will bring together hundreds of collegiate entrepreneurs, founders, faculty, and industry leaders from across the country for three days of learning, connection, and competition.

The CEO Global Conference is designed to move students beyond the classroom and into real-world entrepreneurship. Attendees will engage in hands-on workshops, hear from founders who have built and scaled companies, and connect directly with mentors, investors, and peers who are actively shaping the future of business.

A highlight of the weekend is the $20,000 Global Pitch Competition, where top student ventures from across CEO’s network will compete on a national stage. Students will also have the opportunity to showcase their businesses in the Top 100 New Ventures Expo, gaining exposure, feedback, and potential partnerships.

Throughout the conference, participants will have access to keynote sessions, interactive programming, leadership development opportunities, and high-impact networking designed to help them take their next step—whether that’s launching a venture, scaling an idea, or preparing for what comes next in their careers.

“Build What’s Next” reflects CEO’s commitment to empowering students to take ownership of their ideas and create meaningful opportunities. The 2026 conference will challenge attendees to think boldly, act with intention, and leave with the tools and connections needed to move forward.

Registration information, speaker announcements, and additional details will be released in the coming months.

For more information, visit www.joinceo.org/global.