Covey Center Founders Mission

We are a global network of leaders committed to enabling The Stephen R. Covey Leadership Center at Utah State University’s Jon M. Huntsman School of Business to achieve its mission and vision.

Become a Founder

If you’re interested in providing a framework of principled-centered leadership to our students, through classroom or social interactions, mentoring and coaching, we invite you to become a Founder of the Covey Center. Founders make an initial contribution (see recognitions levels) and pledge $5,000 annually which supports student scholarships, programs and competitions sponsored by the Covey Leadership Center. Founders that surpass $100,000 in cumulative contributions qualify for the title of Lifetime Founder. Ongoing sustaining donations are welcomed, but not required.

Donation Recognition Levels

Ambassador: $1,000,000+
Titanium: $500,000 - $999,999
Diamond: $250,000 - $499,999
Platinum: $100,000 - $249,999
Gold: $50,000 - $99,999
Silver: $25,000 - $49,999
Bronze: $10,000 - $24,999

How Founders Participate

There are a variety of ways for founders to get involved. Some of them include:

Speaking in classes as a guest lecturer
Serving as a competition judge
Providing internship opportunities
Attending networking events
Offering input and feedback on our program
Accompanying or establishing connections with our International Leadership Experiences

Founders Trips, Dinners, and Events

Founders and their partners gather together in locations throughout the world for unforgettable experiences, fine dining, theater and sporting events, and interaction with the world's principled leaders as guest speakers.

Past Events

London (2022)

Future Events

South Africa Safari (2026)
Leadership Credential Graduation

Founders Conference

Once a year, the Founders and their spouses gather together on campus or in alternative locations throughout the world for educational programs with guest speakers. During the conference, Founders have the opportunity to network through social activities, such as dinners, golf, tours, and sporting events. At this conference, students also have the opportunity to interact with the Founders personally, discussing various aspects of leadership and their personal development.

Please contact the Center's Executive Director, Bret Crane, at bret.crane@usu.edu for more information on becoming a Founder.

Founder's Contribution