Gain powerful insights to stay ahead in today’s rapidly evolving business environment.
This signature event explores how Irvine continues to lead as a center of innovation, while experts share forward-looking perspectives and real-world strategies for thriving in a dynamic economic landscape.
The program features an in-depth mid-year economic examination of key trends shaping the remainder of the year, identifying opportunities for businesses to recalibrate, adapt, and strategically position themselves for growth. Whether you’re planning for expansion, navigating uncertainty, or evaluating emerging market opportunities, this event will equip you with the knowledge to turn economic insights into actionable next steps.
In celebration of excellence, the Greater Irvine Chamber will also recognize outstanding businesses and leaders whose innovation, service, and achievements are making a meaningful impact on Irvine's innovation, economy, and commuity.
JUNE 11, 2026
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport
18800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine 92612
Members: $260
Non-Members: $305
Keynote Speaker
David Bahnsen
Founder, Managing Partner,
Chief Investment Officer
The Bahnsen Group
Panel Moderator
Dave Coffaro
President & CEO
Greater Irvine Chamber
2026 Panelists
Pete Carmichael
Assistant City Manager
City of Irvine
Scott Fox
CEO
OCStartupCouncil.org
Shelley Hoss
CEO
Orange County Community Foundation
Dr. Ian O. Williamson
Dean
Paul Merage School of Business,
UC Irvine
Annual Business Awards
Join us in celebrating the leaders, innovators, and organizations driving innovation, economic growth, and community impact across Irvine. Selected from a competitive pool of nominations, this year’s honorees represent excellence across the following award categories:
2026 Honorees
RAD Camp
Nonprofit of the Year
Acorns
Community Impact Award
Matt Harding
Entrepreneur of the Year
Sid Ramani
Executive of the Year
Annette M. Walker
Visionary Leader of the Year
RJ Scaringe
Innovator of the Year
Albertsons
Innovative Business of the Year
Field AI
Innovative Business of the Year
CTC Global
Global Business of the Year
Hoag
Business of the Year
John Colvin Memorial Scholarship
Steve Salinas
UC Irvine
Adam Tiomkin
Woodbridge High School
Tara Witsoe
Portola High School
Lt. Col. Thomas Wall Memorial Scholarship
Ruben Villamil
Irvine Valley College