Createur Conference & Pitch Competition
April 16-17, 2026
2 Days | 20+ Industry Experts | $20,000 Prize Pool
April 16-17, 2026
World Class Speakers
Discover an exceptional lineup of world-class speakers at Createur 2026, featuring keynote speaker Earl Seals, expert panels and 20 inspiring Spark Speakers sharing groundbreaking insights.
Earl Seals is the co-founder of N2 Companies, a privately held media organization generating more than 150 million dollars in annual revenue. For over two decades, Earl has led N2 with a vision rooted in faith, integrity and community impact, building one of the most successful culture-driven companies in the country.
Beyond business, Earl is most notably the executive producer of The Chosen—the groundbreaking television series about the life of Jesus Christ. As the founding executive producer of a global movement, he has helped bring the gospel to more countries than any other TV series in history.
Why Attend?
Discover why Createur 2026 is a must-attend event for entrepreneurs, innovators, and students. Gain insights, win cash prizes, and connect with a thriving community.
Connections
Build relationships with like minded, faith-driven peers and professionals.
Opportunity Recognition
Discover how to identify potential new products or services that may lead to promising ventures.
Entrepreneurial Alertness
Gain a readiness to act on existing but previously unnoticed business opportunities.
Pitch Competition
Showcase Your Innovative Ideas. High School & College Students. $20,000 Prize Pool!
Celebrating our 2025 Winners!
Meet the winners of the 2025 Createur Pitch Competition and see what’s possible for you at this year’s event.
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$5,000 Recovery+ (Grace College) Tyler Brechbiel
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$4,000 UNSEEN (Taylor University) Brayden Gilbert, Wade Frances, Lextin Willis
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$3,000 By the Bay (Olivet Nazarene University) Hayden Colclasure
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$2,000 Grad Gigg (Wheaton College) Luke Bothun
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$1,000 Cation (Taylor University) Meg Shaeffer
SPEAKERS
Questions & Answers
The Createur Conference is a two-day event that celebrates innovation and entrepreneurship. It includes keynote speeches, panel discussions, networking opportunities and a pitch competition with a $20,000 prize pool.
The conference is open to anyone passionate about innovation, including students, entrepreneurs, business professionals and community members. Best of all, attendance is free!
Applications for the pitch competition can be found here.
Attendees will gain insights from world-class speakers like Earl Seals, practical tips from expert panelists and the opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs and leaders who share your passion for innovation.
The Createur Conference will take place on April 16-17, 2026, on the campus of Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois.
For questions or more information, please email createur@olivet.edu.
2025 Recap Video
Experience the highlights from our 2025 conference and pitch competition.
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