DAY 1: Wednesday
7:00 - 8:30 PM MINDSHARE MIXER
Kick off the event by joining fellow attendees for an engaging opening reception designed to foster connections and set the stage for a productive and inspiring experience. Our Mindshare Mixer allows participants to meet new colleagues, exchange ideas, and network with industry leaders.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to submit your most pressing SBA lending challenges, which will be addressed in The Solution Room the following day. Whether you're looking to brainstorm solutions, share experiences, or simply get energized for the event, this reception is the perfect way to start the journey toward collaborative problem-solving and success.
DAY2: Thursday
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
Fuel up with our breakfast buffet before we kick off the day!
8:45 - 12:00 PM: Solution Room
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
Our Solution Room is designed with inviting lounge seating to inspire ideas and spark creative thinking. Settle in and join the conversation during our interactive Learning Lab discussions. View the Learning Lab Sessions HERE.
12:15 - 1:15 PM: Lunch
1:30 - 5:15 PM: Solution Room
1:30 - 5:15 PM: Solution Room
Take a midday break and enjoy a lunch buffet paired with great conversation and networking.
1:30 - 5:15 PM: Solution Room
1:30 - 5:15 PM: Solution Room
1:30 - 5:15 PM: Solution Room
Our Solution Room will kick into high gear for the afternoon with our remaining Learning Lab discussions. View the Learning Lab Sessions HERE.
6:30 - 9:30 PM: Dinner at El Dorado
Enjoy door-to-door service from the Hyatt to El Dorado, where an unforgettable dinner awaits you under the moonlight.
DAY 3: FRIDAY
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
Fuel up with our breakfast buffet before we kick off the day!
8:45 - 11:30 AM: Solution Room
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30 AM: Rise & Shine Breakfast
Join our final Solution Room session, where everything comes together.
12:00 - 4:00 PM: Field Study
Join us for an insightful Field Study as we connect with local small businesses. We'll dive into their operations, discover the unique challenges they have faced on their SBA lending roadmap, and explore potential solutions. It’s an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the real-world obstacles and opportunities within this dynamic sector.
Field Study Locations
Brick & Mortar
Deerfield Ranch Winery
Deerfield Ranch Winery
"The decision to lean into sparkling came naturally to us.
Champagne has been a key part of our love story from the beginning, there to help us celebrate milestones, and a region we have explored often, for research and pleasure. As Matt began experimenting with the traditional sparkling method, he found that his meticulous style, scientific background, and appreciation of precision are perfectly suited to the craft of fine sparkling wines.
Deerfield Ranch Winery
Deerfield Ranch Winery
Deerfield Ranch Winery
“Wine should be good and good for you.”
PJ and Robert met at Berkeley in 1968, where Robert helped keep PJ’s Italian sports cars running. In return, PJ gave him a winemaking kit, sparking Robert’s passion for wine. In 1972, he made his first wine in his Berkeley garage and won Best of Show at the California State Fair.
A decade later, they left city jobs to follow their dream of owning a winery. In 1982, they purchased Deerfield Ranch and converted the horse barn into their first winery. In 2000, they expanded to a 47-acre property on Highway 12 in Kenwood. Today, Deerfield Ranch Winery remains family owned, producing about 20,000 cases annually.