The educational core of BEW.

Programming spans topics relevant to businesses at different stages, from starting and growing a company to raising capital, technology, marketing, hiring, and industry-specific challenges. Sessions have historically included panels, fireside chats, hands-on workshops, and conversations with entrepreneurs about the realities of building a business in Idaho.

Giving members of Idaho’s broader business community opportunities to meet.

Throughout the week, BEW hosts gatherings organized around industries, communities, and shared interests, from founder meetups and happy hours to larger receptions. These events are a longstanding part of BEW’s programming, reflecting its role as a place for people across Idaho’s entrepreneurial ecosystem to connect and build relationships.

Presented by Kiln: a place to work, meet, and connect during the week.

During BEW, coworking provides a more informal setting alongside the larger stages, panels, and pitch competitions. Fill the gaps between your events and get some work done.

Giving local businesses, startups, and community organizations a physical presence at BEW.

These displays have ranged from startup and food showcases to organizations sharing their programs and resources, giving attendees an opportunity to discover companies and initiatives beyond the scheduled sessions. They also provide a way for businesses to demonstrate products, meet potential customers and partners, and become part of the broader week-long gathering.

For sponsors, speakers, investors, community leaders, and other VIP attendees to connect in a quieter setting.

While much of the week takes place through public programming and large gatherings, the lounge offers an additional setting for informal conversations and relationship-building. Refreshments, workspace, and complimentary wellness experiences for BEW VIPs, guest speakers, and organizers in JUMP's Inspire Studio, open through the day for a step away between sessions.