

Join us for the world’s largest gathering of LGBTQ/Allied businesses and professionals in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction and the official ‘Kick-Off’ to LGBTQ Pride Month across the United States with
our FOUNDERS DAY 2023: ENGAGE!


BuildOUT California’s Founders Day has quickly become the world’s largest gathering of LGBTQ/Allied businesses and professionals who are looking to connect, advocate and build capacity within the Construction and Built Communities.
The theme of this year’s event is also one of BuildOUT California’s hallmarks: ENGAGE! As we always say, “Being part of BuildOUT is never a spectator sport” so we invite you to “get on the field” and make a difference!
Based on the success of our inaugural Founders Day in 2022 we’ll showcase even more extraordinary LGBTQ/Allied firms who are breaking down the ’concrete ceiling based on their experience, qualifications and capacity – and – you’ll have the opportunity to attend forward-thinking industry panels with topics ranging from transportation and infrastructure, above and underground construction initiatives, and workforce, equity & inclusion in infrastructure.
We’ll gather for our Gala Dinner & Awards which promises to be one of the most dynamic events in the industry with world-renown guest appearances, time to network with industry leaders and most of all having FUN!
Lastly – we invite you to join us at Spire 73, on the 73rd Floor of the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown for our special brand of ‘After-Party’ under the stars with unrivaled views of Los Angeles!

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
MAY 31, 2023
BUILDOUT CALIFORNIA GOLF TOURNAMENT AND CHAMPIONSHIP RECEPTION
10:00 am
4:00 pm
Golf Tournament Begins
Championship Reception Begins
JUNE 1, 2023
FOUNDERS DAY CONFERENCE
9:00 am
10:00 am
12:00 pm
2:30 pm
4:00 pm
5:30 pm
8:01 pm
Registration and Exhibitor Connections Begin
Breakout Sessions 1 - West Coast / North America
Golden Pitches
Breakout Sessions 2 - Global
VIP Reception
Gala Dinner & Awards Program
After Party at ‘Spire 73!”

HONORARY FOUNDERS DAY CHAIRS
BuildOUT California is honored to have the support of Built Community leaders from throughout our three divisions (West Coast, North America, Global) as we continue to change the landscape of the construction industry in all its facets.
The full roster of our Founders Day Chairs will be announced on April 15, 2023

GALA DINNER & AWARDS

SCOTT BLAIR
BuildOUT California’s signature event of the year! Join nearly 1,000 industry leaders for one of the most high-energy, dynamic and FUN Gala Dinner and Awards Programs in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry!
Our event Master of Ceremonies will be Scott Blair, Editor-in-Chief of ENR Magazine.
We’ll showcase five honorees who have achieved outstanding success in their business and personal lives as well as those who have significantly propelled the inclusion of LGBTQ/Allied businesses forward within the past year.
There will be ‘special guests’ and high-profile speakers announced on this website, and on our social media channels in the coming weeks. Stay tuned!

STAY AT THE INTERCONTINENTAL
IN DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES
AT THE WILSHIRE GRAND
BuildOUT California invites Founders Day attendees to take advantage of our special rate and stay at the Intercontinental Downtown.
ROOM DETAILS
415-435 Square-Foot Room with Separate Bath and Walk in Shower.
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1 King Bed
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Classic
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LA Skyline View
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Separate Bath and Walk-In Shower
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Non-smoking