YOU’RE INVITED TO THE

California Salute
to Small Business

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Dinner & Award Ceremony
Wednesday, May 13, 2026  |  5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Sheraton Grand Sacramento
1230 J Street, Sacramento, CA

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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.

A night to remember

This is California’s small business community at its best — entrepreneurs, legislators, and partners gathered under one roof to celebrate the people building something real in every corner of the state.

Event Schedule

5:00 p.m.
Registration & Cocktail Hour
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.

Venue & Details

Location
Sheraton Grand Sacramento
1230 J Street, Sacramento, CA
Date & Time
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Hosted By
California SBDC
Sponsored By
Meta

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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