"Vandy is serious about innovation, and this conference didn't just impress with its elite alumni and speaker lineup, high-quality panels, and intellectually stimulating discussions: it proved that Vanderbilt's serious approach to entrepreneurship and innovation as a university sets it apart."

Alex L.

Founder & CEO | AlphaRail

"What a high value week at Convoy Conference!  It lit a match in the ecosystem that will only flame brighter.  Go Dores...excited to keep this flame going!  It's not to miss."

Diane B.

Head of Talents & Networks | Sante Ventures

"This conference has been an incredible experience for me - not just for the insights I gained that I wouldn't have found anywhere else, but also for the change to interact and connect with those great founders in person.  It made me realize that this could be me too."

David

Vanderbilt Undergrad

"Really enjoyed it and walked away with plenty of new friendships and connections."

Thiago O.

Managing Partner | EVE Atlas

"A theme that came up again and again throughout the conference was the idea that #Dores open doors - that success isn't just about individual achievement, but about growing the connections and opportunities for students and alumni to support each other.  It was inspiring to see so many Vandy founders, investors, and leaders coming together with the shared goal of helping the next generation of entrepreneurs succeed."

Liz S.

Co-founder & CEO | Visvere

"I left feeling so energized and inspired by all the alumni!  I have never been more confident that this is what I'm meant to do with my life.  Thank you, thank you, thank you for coordinating such a profound event."

Shannon

Vanderbilt Undergraduate Student

"The unicorn panel was one of the best panels I have ever been to."

Eyal F.

Director | Tefken Ventures

"From insightful panels, breakout sessions, and networking dinners, I had the chance to connect with so many brilliant alumni.  Hearing from alumni founders who have built unicorn companies, as well as keynotes from Mark Cuban and Jeff Rothschild, made it clear - Vanderbilt is fostering something special."

Emily D.

Founder & CEO | Thermoshade

"Awesome conference at Vanderbilt.  Expectations blown away."

Lisa L.

Managing Director | Link Ventures

"Being able to take notes during these panels, be a fly on the wall to these deep conversations, and have lighthearted discussion with so many incredible alumni was the most inspiring thing of the year to date!  After just a few panels, I became overwhelmed with gratitude for this amazing university network."

Aidan

Undergraduate Student