Entrepreneur Field Days: Transforming Youth Sports, Bound
Join us for the 2026 Entrepreneur Field Days series hosted across Greater Des Moines
It all started with the idea that entrepreneurs learn best from entrepreneurs. Take someone's hard-earned lessons and shared skills to jump-start business success. Seed the next generation of entrepreneurs. Cover a broad range of industries and subject knowledge expertise. Grow your perspective and see new areas across the community.
Transforming Youth Sports: Bound
Speakers: Sam Schill and Nathan Haila, Co-Founders of BoundIt began with a simple question: How can we solve communication challenges in youth and high school sports? Bound has used that mission to grow into one of the nation's leading sports technology platforms, serving more than 300 high schools across Iowa and 1,700+ schools in 14 states.
During this behind-the-scenes experience, attendees will learn how Bound develops technology that connects schools, coaches, athletes, parents, and fans through scheduling, statistics, communications, and event management. Hear directly from the leadership team about building and scaling a software company, creating products that solve real customer problems, and continually innovating to meet the evolving needs of communities.
Learn & Discuss:
- Understand how sports technology is transforming the management, operation, and fan experience of high school athletics
- Building and scaling a software technology company in the era of AI
- How to listen to your customers and apply those insights across product development
Appetizers and beverages will be provided.
Open to Everyone! All Entrepreneur Field Days are free and open to the public, with registration required. Not an entrepreneur? No problem – you're invited too! If you’re a creative, mentor, educator, corporate leader, economic developer, investor, or simply curious about how things work – all play a role in building a strong community of support for entrepreneurs across Iowa.
Champion a Spirit of Curiosity! Entrepreneur Field Days is a space to learn from each other first and foremost! Bring a spirit of curiosity, shared respect, a notepad to capture your next idea, and the mindset to make new connections.
