The California Economic Summit is a convening of regional and statewide leaders from business, community, government, philanthropy, labor, and more to catalyze a New California Economy.

This year's Summit comes at pivotal time for California.

Join them Tuesday, October 13 to Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 10:00AM to 12:30PM at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802.

In the midst of an election season, the Summit offers a timely opportunity to bring leaders together around a shared, practical agenda for inclusive economic growth, resilience, and shared prosperity. CA FWD’s focus this year has been supporting leading gubernatorial candidates and legislators to help them deliver positive change from day one. This year’s Summit focuses directly on this work—whether through breakout sessions or plenaries, Summit attendees will have the opportunity to help shape this critical candidate education and help ensure a resilient, sustainable, and inclusive economy.

They are excited to highlight Long Beach and the broader region’s leadership in areas central to the state’s economy, including goods movement, clean energy, infrastructure, workforce, and inclusive economic growth.

THE EVENT

Produced by CA FWD in collaboration with the California Stewardship Network, the annual California Economic Summit convenes regional leaders from business, community, government, philanthropy, labor, and more to catalyze a New California Economy that is resilient, sustainable, and inclusive. The Summit is the place to connect, collaborate, and drive change.

PRE-SUMMIT ACTIVITIES: OCTOBER 13

A day to showcase their vibrant host region! Join their Regional Host Committee for regional tours and a regional reception, and join the California Stewardship Network as they present the annual California Steward Leader Awards.

SUMMIT DAY ONE: OCTOBER 14

A full day of high-energy plenaries and interactive breakout sessions focused on the 2026 Summit theme 'Shared Investment, Shared Prosperity.' Join them in the evening for Civic Engagement with IMPACT: A Reception Hosted by the UC Berkeley Possibility Lab.

SUMMIT DAY TWO: OCTOBER 15

Continued plenary sessions featuring dynamic keynotes and conversations with state, business, community, labor, and civic leaders.

Please register here to attend.

Thanks to California Forward (CA FWD) for offering this local startup event, the details, and the graphic!