2026 CoBuild Summit
Where the Future Begins
Join founders, entrepreneurs, community developers, cooperatives, and ecosystem builders in Missoula for three energizing days of new ideas, creative connections, and serious cobuilding from October 20–22, 2026 at the University of Montana.
October 20–22, 2026 • University of Montana • Missoula, MT
About
A gathering for people building what comes next
CoBuild Summit is designed for people shaping stronger ventures, stronger communities, and stronger local economies. From startup founders and entrepreneurs to cooperative leaders, economic developers, ecosystem builders, and civic innovators, attendees come to exchange ideas, discover practical models, and build meaningful partnerships.
3
Days of programming, including panel discussions, fireside chats, keynote addresses, and a Startup World Cup!
8
Breakout sessions to support creative collaboration, startup initiatives, economic development, and community problem solving, .
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Focus on an immersive environment that is meant to be action-based, supporting the tangible application of creative thinking and collaboration.
Who attends
Built for a cross-sector audience
Highlights
What you’ll experience
The summit experience blends big-picture inspiration, practical learning, and relationship-building so attendees leave with ideas they can apply right away.
Featured program
Startup World Cup
On October 21, 2026, CoBuild Summit will host the Montana regional of the Startup World Cup at the UC Ballroom at the University of Montana. This featured program brings founders, investors, and the broader innovation community together for a high-energy pitch experience as standout startups present on a regional stage.
As part of the summit program, this session adds a major spotlight moment to the week in Missoula and gives attendees a chance to connect with emerging companies, hear compelling pitches, and experience one of the summit’s most anticipated gatherings.
Sponsors
Powered by Community Partners
EcoCity Builders
EcoCity Builders brings a future-focused perspective to place-based development, sustainability, and practical community building across Montana and beyond.
VBX
VBX champions entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture momentum, helping founders and ecosystem leaders turn ideas into durable progress.
Blackfoot Communications
Blackfoot Communications supports strong connections across Montana, helping power the communication, technology, and community infrastructure that brings people together.
CoBuild Montana
CoBuild Montana helps convene the people, organizations, and conversations that make this summit possible, strengthening collaboration across sectors and communities.