Thursday, May 23

Dream Big Small Business Empowerment Forum

Join us at the City Club of Los Angeles to help close income inequality gap with diverse entrepreneurs.

By LAVA

Date and time

Thursday, May 23 · 10am - 2pm PDT

Location

City Club LA, Flower St, Los Angeles, CA, USA

555 Flower Street 51st Floor with amazing city views Los Angeles, CA 90071

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Guest sign-in, Coffee/Tea/Beverage Bar and Networking

9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Dream Big: Small Business Resources

To support small businesses, one-on-one, we will have Dream Big Small Business Resources Tables/Displays. Our sponsors will provide valuable information about certification and free resources.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Breaking Barriers Small Business Town Hall

The Town Hall will feature a CNN-style panel with panelists, along with moderator, David Lazarus from KTLA-5 and active audience participation. Our panelists include Tony Tavares, Director of Caltra...

11:45 AM - 12:30 AM (+1 day)

Beyond Certification

Attendees will dive deep into the art of evaluating RFPs and more with Lisa Rehurek (CEO, The RFP Success Company). Gain insights on locating RFP opportunities, determining the right fit to secure a ...

12:30 AM - 1:00 AM

Networking Lunch

Gourmet Deli sandwiches, salads and other treats

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

"Dream Big Boost ” Pitch-off

One common thread in journey of small business is survival and perseverance. To give entrepreneurs a boost, 10 ambitious entrepreneurs will have the chance to compete for a $500 grant in our exciting...

About this event

4 hours

Welcome to the Dream Big Small Business Empowerment Forum! Join us on Thu, May 23, 2024, at City Club LA in Los Angeles, CA, USA for a day filled with inspiration, networking, and growth opportunities for minority business enterprises. The second annual Dream Big is sponsored by Caltrans, Port of Long Beach, CA Department of General Services, Construction Contractors Alliance, and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. Partners include the California African American Chamber of Commerce, Southern California Minority Supplier District Council, LA Latino Chamber of Commerce, Filipino American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Los Angeles, and the California Rainbow Chamber of Commerce. Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, learn from industry experts, and discover new ways to take your business to the next level. Don't miss out on this chance to Dream Big and empower your small business!

TICKETS ARE 25% OFF UNTIL 5/17

Frequently asked questions

Are there refunds?

No refunds will be provided.

Parking at the City Club

$42 Daily Maximum

Public Transportation

The Metro Central Station is near by. You can take Metro Bus and/or a ride share to the City Club of LA.

Who is eligible for the Dream Big Boost Pitch-off

The Dream Big Boost is open to the first 10 paid attendees of Dream Big who are passionate small business owners with 9 or fewer employees. During the pitch-off, participants will have a brief 90 seconds to showcase how the $500 boost will positively impact and elevate their business.

Organized by

LAVA

$75