Founder's Circle Summit
June 2-5, 2025
Charleston, SC
The Founder’s Circle Summit is back this June 2-5, 2025!
The Founder’s Circle Summit, taking place in Charleston, South Carolina, is a fantastic opportunity for the Top 20 companies in the Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate network to come together, celebrate their achievements, and share valuable insights. Charleston is such a beautiful and historic city, perfect for networking and celebrating success!
Questions? Please contact us at events@bhgre.com.
VENUE
Hotel Emeline
181 Church Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Staying at the Emeline places you in the heart of Charleston, making it easy to enjoy shopping on King Street and leisurely walks along The Battery. You'll be perfectly situated to explore the city's charming and culturally rich offerings.
AGENDA
Monday, June 2
- All Day - Arrivals & Afternoon at Leisure
- 1:00pm - 5:30pm: Hospitality Room, Kingston
- 6:30pm - 8:30pm: Welcome Reception & Dinner, Emeline Greenhouse/Courtyard
Tuesday, June 3
- 7:30am - 9:00am: Breakfast, HSG C
- 8:30am - 11:30am: General Session, HSG AB
- 9:00am - 5:00pm: Hospitality Room, Kingston
- 11:30am - 1:00pm: Lunch*, The Den
- 12:00pm - 5:00pm: Afternoon Activities**
- 6:30pm - 9:00pm: Dinner Offsite, The Backyard at The Ryder Hotel
Wednesday, June 4
- 7:30am - 9:00am: Breakfast, HSG C
- 9:15am - Departure to Offsite Experience, Emeline Lobby
- 10:00am - 1:30pm: Offsite Experience & Lunch, Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens
- 2:00pm - 5:00pm: Hospitality Room, Kingston
- 2:00pm - 6:30pm: Afternoon at Leisure
- 6:30pm - 9:00pm: Final Celebration Dinner, Hank's Social Club
Thursday, June 5
- 7:30am - 9:00am: Breakfast , The Den
- All Day - At Leisure Departures
*Sit down lunch provided for kayaking experience & no activity
**Locations & timing vary by activity
ACTIVITIES
We planned an exciting lineup for Founder’s Circle Summit, ensuring a dynamic and engaging experience for all.
Please take a look at the detailed activity options we have available. All activities will take place on Tuesday, June 3.
Click here to view Founder’s Circle Activities
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Accommodations
A three-night stay at the Hotel Emeline is included in this year’s Founder’s Circle Summit. The event dates are arrival on Monday, June 2 and departure on Thursday, June 5.
Travel
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate provides $1,200 travel allowance per company towards your air and ground travel expenses. We recommend booking your air travel at the same time as you complete your RSVP. The $1,200 travel fee will be paid post event.
RSVP
To secure your spot at The Founder’s Circle Summit, please complete your RSVP information by clicking here.
RSVP by April 25.
Questions? Please email events@bhgre.com
Trip Details
Entitlements for the Founder’s Circle Summit Include:
Two (2) attendees per company, regardless of ownership structure, to attend this year’s Founder’s Circle Summit in Charleston, SC.
Note: For companies with multiple owners, it is important for you to collaborate on how those two spots will be used.
For example: one owner and their guest, or two owners.
Accommodations for arrival on Monday, June 2 and departure on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
$1,200 travel per company. A W9 is required for payment which will be sent post event.
All receptions and meals included in the event agenda.
One (1) activity per guest.
Note that all participants must be 21 years of age or older.
Founder’s Circle participants must agree to the Founder’s Circle Terms and Conditions:
All participants will need to complete the following steps to receive your travel per diem:
- The W-9 should be completed with attendees’ brokerage, legal entity, etc. with complete address and Employer Identification.
- Email your company’s signed W9 so we may process your $1,200 per company towards travel. This will be paid by check following the conclusion of the event. Email to events@bhgre.com.
Questions? Please email events@bhgre.com