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Educational Business Luncheon 2026: Preparing Small Businesses for the AI Era

About the Event

Small businesses are navigating a rapidly changing business environment shaped by Artificial Intelligence, digital innovation, and evolving cybersecurity challenges. The Educational Business Luncheon 2026 is designed to help entrepreneurs, diverse suppliers, and business leaders better understand these changes and gain practical knowledge they can apply within their organizations.

 

The program will feature insights from industry and technology leaders on practical approaches to cybersecurity, digital tools and technology adoption, and the opportunities AI can bring to business growth. Attendees will gain actionable knowledge to improve productivity, strengthen cybersecurity awareness, navigate digital transformation, and make more informed technology decisions.

 

The luncheon will also provide an opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business leaders, and industry professionals, while discovering resources and building relationships that can support sustainable business growth.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Delta Hotel, Bay Area, California

Organized by: USPAACC West
In Partnership With: PG&E Technical Assistance Program (TAP)

What You’ll Learn

AI for Business Growth
Understand how AI can support productivity, decision-making, and automation.

Digital Tools & Technology Adoption
Explore digital tools that can help streamline workflows, improve collaboration, and increase efficiency.

Cybersecurity for Small Business
Learn practical ways to identify cyber risks, protect business information, and strengthen your organization’s security.

Networking
Connect with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and technology professionals from the business community.

About the Speakers

Maitjian Welke
President, USPAACC West

Founder, CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley

Sandeepa Nayak
Secretary, USPAACC West

CEO & Technical Director, KHA Creation

Dr. Xia Hua
Guest Speaker

Co-Founder & CEO, Traceforce

Who Should Attend?

  • Small business owners and entrepreneurs

  • Diverse and minority-owned businesses

  • Asian American-owned businesses

  • Professional service firms

  • Technology companies

  • Consultants and business executives

  • Business development and operations leaders

  • Technology decision-makers

Registration Details Coming Soon

Registration information, including attendee pricing and registration details, will be announced soon. Please check back for updates.

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Prepare Your Business for the AI Era

Join USPAACC West for an afternoon of practical insights, learning, and meaningful connections focused on the technologies shaping the future of small business.

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