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Program Overview
The California Salute to Small Business Dinner and Award Ceremony honors outstanding small businesses from across the state, including one exceptional business selected from each California legislative district by Assembly and Senate offices.
The evening brings together small business leaders, legislators, and partners statewide to recognize entrepreneurship, celebrate local economic impact, and highlight resources that support small business success in California.
Please join us for a special evening as we recognize some of the best small businesses and entrepreneurs across our state — honoring the individuals and companies driving innovation, creating jobs, and strengthening local communities in every region of California.
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Evening Agenda
5:00 – 5:45 p.m.
Registration & Networking Reception
Guest check-in, networking, and hosted reception.
5:45 – 6:00 p.m.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Event welcome, overview of the evening program, and recognition of sponsors and partners.
6:00 – 6:45 p.m.
Dinner Service
Seated dinner.
6:45 – 7:00 p.m.
Program Remarks & Statewide Recognition
Brief remarks from event leadership and acknowledgement of participating legislative offices.
7:00 – 7:50 p.m.
Awards Presentation
Recognition of the small business honorees selected by California Assembly and Senate offices, with group and district acknowledgements.
7:50 – 8:00 p.m.
Closing Remarks & Next Steps
Closing comments, final thanks, and information on follow-up communications and future opportunities.
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Venue & Details
Location
Sheraton Grand Sacramento
1230 J Street, Sacramento, CA
1230 J Street, Sacramento, CA
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Hosted By
For more information and sponsorship opportunities, contact
David Nelson — david@capitolregions.com
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Join legislators, partners, and small business leaders for an evening celebrating California entrepreneurship.
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