SENT Events
Get plugged into SENT’s Catholic business network for entrepreneurs, founders and executives. We offer both public events and member-only events.
Upcoming Events
SENT Houston
Called and Commissioned: A Retreat for Catholic Entrepreneurs
March 17
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT
Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center
430 Bunker Hill Rd, Houston, TX 77024
Member: Free
Non-Member: $100
SENT San Diego
Called and Commissioned: A Retreat for Catholic Entrepreneurs
March 19
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM PT
Prince of Peace Abbey
650 Benet Hill Rd, Oceanside, CA 92058
Member: Free
Non-Member: $100
SENT DC
Called and Commissioned: A Retreat for Catholic Entrepreneurs
March 20
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM ET
Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land
1400 Quincy St NE, Washington, DC 20017, USA
Member: Free
Non-Member: $100
SENT Summit 2026
All Things New
September 8-11
Leading with faith and excellence is lonely work. Summit is where you find the peers who'll help you build for the Kingdom, not just the quarter. Your business is your mission field. For three days, step away from execution and into formation, strategic insights and a trusted community.
Past Events
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SENT Workshop | VirtueTech with Artur Kluz
This VirtueTech workshop is for tech founders and investors to focus on the inner formation behind consequential technology decisions. Guided by Artur Kluz, participants will explore how virtue, silence, and disciplined reflection sharpen decision-making far more than information overload or reactive ethics frameworks.
Interested in gaining access to member-only events? Apply for SENT membership here.
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SENT Nashville | Chapter Launch Dinner
A new chapter for Catholic founders who refuse to choose between business excellence and living their faith without compromise.
Want details on the Nashville launch and future events? Or thinking about starting a chapter where you lead? Reach out to John Stukenborg. He'll walk you through next steps.
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SENT Denver | Chapter Launch Dinner
A new chapter for Catholic founders who refuse to choose between business excellence and living their faith without compromise.
Want details on the Denver launch and future events? Or thinking about starting a chapter where you lead? Reach out to John Stukenborg. He'll walk you through next steps.
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SENT Philadelphia | Called & Commissioned Retreat
This one-day spiritual retreat creates space for Catholic entrepreneurs to step back from the urgency of running a business and encounter the God who calls you to lead. Through guided reflection, the sacraments, and authentic community, you'll explore what it means to root your work in Christ, not outcomes.
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SENT Houston | New Year's Happy Hour
This New Year Social will bring Catholic entrepreneurs of Houston together to strengthen relationships and begin the year grounded in purpose. We’re grateful to have Mike “Gomer” Gormley leading a guided discussion, inviting us to consider how we’re called to grow, lead, and live with greater intentionality in the year ahead.
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SENT DC | Charting the Course
Join Catholic entrepreneurs in Washington, DC to reset your heading and chart your course for what's ahead. Hear from a global investor and founder, reconnect your plans with your purpose, and gain wisdom from fellow captains over coastal-inspired fare and meaningful conversation.
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SENT Houston | Powering the Future
Join Catholic entrepreneurs and executives in Houston to reignite your energy, clarify your purpose, and strengthen your leadership as you head into 2026. Hear from Eli Viamontes, CEO of Entergy Texas, engage in hands-on exercises, and connect with peers over elevated fare and craft drinks.
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SENT Charlotte | Charting the Course
Join Catholic entrepreneurs in Charlotte to reset your heading for 2026. Gain clarity, reconnect with your purpose, and learn from founders who've weathered storms over coastal-inspired fare and meaningful conversation.
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SENT San Diego | Black Belt Entrepreneurship
Join the SENT San Diego Chapter for an evening that breaks the mold of traditional networking. Learn from black-belt mentors who've built, failed, and fought their way to success, enjoy premium sushi and drinks, and connect with Catholic entrepreneurs who take both faith and business seriously.
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SENT Philadelphia | Advent Party
It's the time of year to mix, mingle, and be merry! Join us for an evening of food, drink, fellowship, and meaningful connections as we celebrate–and build–Philly's premier community for Catholic Entrepreneurs and business leaders.
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At the Table with Andreas Widmer
Join usfor an intimate dinner with Andreas Widmer, a SENT mentor, professor of entrepreneurship at The Catholic University of America, and director of the Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship.
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SENT Houston | Builders Breakfast
Join us at the Westcott Study Center. We’ll enjoy kolaches and coffee, share the vision for this SENT Chapter, and collaborate in a hands-on business strategy workshop to support two of our peer builders.
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Summit Jubilee 2025
Engage with 400+ Catholic founders, CEOs, investors, and leaders at the premier gathering for Catholic innovators and builders.
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2025 Mission Showcase
This event featured emerging Catholic ministries, offering them a platform to present their missions to potential partners and funders, along with promotion, Summit access, and a $1,500 grant.
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2025 Pitch Competition
Third Annual SENT Pitch Competition. Early-stage Catholic-led startups compete for $10K cash, $50K in-kind prizes, and face top investors at SENT Summit 2025.
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SENT Summit 2024
Engage with 400+ Catholic founders, CEOs, investors, and leaders at the premier gathering for Catholic innovators and builders.
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2024 Pitch Competition
The 2nd annual Pitch Competition at the SENT Summit featured up to 5 early-stage Catholic startups competing for $10,000 in cash prizes and $50,000 in in-kind services and credits.
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2024 Mission Showcase
This event featured emerging Catholic ministries, offering them a platform to present their missions to potential partners and funders, along with promotion, Summit access, and a $1,500 grant.
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Chicago Regional Conference
The SENT Chicago Regional Conference brought Catholic business leaders together for a day of panels, small groups, and spiritual enrichment focused on integrating faith into business.
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2023 Pitch Competition
The first ever Pitch Competition at the SENT Summit featured up to 5 early-stage Catholic startups competing for $5,000 in cash prizes and $50,000 in in-kind services and credits.
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Summit 2023
The SENT Summit, held April 13-16, 2023, gathered over 200 Catholic CEOs and leaders for high-impact networking, faith-centered conference.
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Summit 2022
SENT SUMMIT 2022 brought together over 100 Catholic founders at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX, for three days of connection and inspiration.

