Sacramento County, CA

04/17/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/17/2024 14:54

Capital Region Small Business Week April 28–May 4

​​Sacramento County's Office of Economic Development​ is partnering with the City of Sacramento's Office of Innovation and Economic Development to host "BizX, Leveraging AI Technologies to Stay Ahead of the Curve " on Wednesday, May 1 at The Sophia, Home of B Street Theatre.

This year's engaging and insightful event will focus on exploring the transformative impact of AI in business, healthcare, education, transportation and beyond. A panel of AI and business experts will examine the broader societal impacts of AI, while highlighting the vast opportunities it presents. Attendees will learn how leveraging AI can drive innovation, sustainability and inclusivity, shaping a more equitable and prosperous future for everyone. Small business resource booths and opportunities to network will be available before and after the formal program.

"BizX is just one of several events held during Capital Region Small Business Week, offering a platform to connect our small businesses with local resources," said Sacramento County Director of Economic Development, Crystal Bethke. "We are pleased to celebrate the vital role our small businesses play in fostering thriving communities and fueling the economic prosperity in Sacramento County."

Capital Region Small Business Week is April 28 - May 4, 2024. Entrepreneurs, small businesses and industry professionals are invited to join and register for the events below at capitalregionsmallbusinessweek.org/schedule.

Day 1: Monday, April 29, 2024

Small Business Procurement Summit | Register​

3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | The Lounge at Frequency Coworking, 3249 Quality Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

​Small Business Week Resource Expo & Kickoff | Register

4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | The Lounge at Frequency Coworking, 3249 Quality Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Day 2: Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Exporting & Importing for Small Businesses | Register

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | ONLINE

SBDC Capital Summit | Register

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Mahany Fitness Center, 1545 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, CA, 95747

Day 3: Wednesday, May 1, 2024

1 Million Cups Sacramento| Register

8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 6000 J Street Library 1520, Sacramento, CA, 95819

Mentor Sprint| Register

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, 6000 J Street Library 1520, Sacramento, CA, 95819

Webinar: Resources for Your Small Business| Register

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | ONLINE

BizX Presents: Leveraging AI Technologies to Stay Ahead of the Curve| Register

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | The Sofia, 2700 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento, CA, 95816

Day 4: Thursday, May 2, 2024

BBB Sacramento Women's Conference| Register

8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Frequency Coworking, 3249 Quality Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

May Marketplace Small Business Pop-Up Fair| Register

4:00 - 7:00 p.m. | The Lounge at Frequency Coworking, 3249 Quality Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Day 5: Friday, May 3, 2024

SBA Small Business Awards Luncheon & Expo| Register

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Double Tree by Hilton. 2001 Point W Way, Sacramento, CA 95​815

For more information about Capital Region Small Business week, visit capitalregionsmallbusinessweek.org.​