Small and Diverse Business Expo
September 30, 2026 in South San Francisco
Join the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on September 30, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a free event connecting small and diverse businesses with representatives from utilities, public agencies, chambers, prime contractors, and community choice aggregators. There you will meet directly with industry representatives at our exhibitor booths, learn about certifications, and explore upcoming opportunities with companies like Southern California Edison, Verizon, PG&E, and T-Mobile.
Location
South San Francisco Conference Center
255 S. Airport Blvd.
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Free parking on site
Agenda
Coming Soon!
List of Exhibitors
Coming Soon!
Exhibitors subject to change
Local Hotels*
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd.
275 South Airport Blvd.
South San Francisco, CA 94080
0.1 miles
Four Points by Sheraton
264 S Airport Blvd.
South San Francisco, CA 94080
0.1 miles
* Not affiliated with the Small and Diverse Business Expo.
No room blocks have been reserved
Tips for a Successful Expo
- Identify the companies and organizations you’d like to meet in advance of the event.
- Review annual reports, websites, and utility general rates cases for company information.
- Determine if the company buys the products/services you provide.
- Bring a Capability Statement with:
- Company name & contact info
- Years in business
- Core services/products
- Certifications & licenses
- Key clients or industries served.
- Ensure your website is easy to navigate and has current information.
- Develop a professional follow-up system.
- What do you do?
- Who have you worked with?
- Are you certified (e.g., SBA, MBE, WBE, DVBE)?
- Can you scale to meet the business needs?
- Are you open to partnerships or subcontracting?
- Attend the expo workshops.
- Network with other attendees.
Contact
Asia Powell: asia.powell@cpuc.ca.gov
