Stephen Forte

Stephen Forte is the Founder and CEO of The BuildClub, established to address inefficiencies in the $250 billion construction industry. With extensive experience in various leadership roles, Forte has been a member and chairman of multiple YPO chapters, including the Founding Chairman of the YPO Bay Area Gold Chapter. Forte's entrepreneurial journey includes pivotal positions such as CEO and Chief Scientist at AI Motion, Inc., which specialized in eCommerce and AI technologies, and Managing Director at Coats, the world's largest manufacturer of industrial sewing thread. Forte co-owns Forte Design Group, a design-build firm known for high-end residential projects in Southern California. In addition, Forte chairs the Stephen & Camilla Forte Foundation, supporting military service members' transitions to civilian careers. Educational qualifications include an MBA in International Finance from The George Washington University and a Certificate of Completion in Business Administration from Harvard Business School.