Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce

06/16/2026

One of the biggest mistakes small businesses make when pursuing public contracts is waiting until the opportunity is posted.

By then, key steps may already need to be in place. Certifications. Registrations. Vendor profiles. Proposal materials.

On June 25, RSBUC and SMUD are hosting a free workshop to help small businesses and suppliers take two practical steps toward future contracting opportunities: completing the State of California’s Small Business Certification and registering for SMUD’s SEED Program.

DGS Small Business Certification & SMUD SEED
📅 June 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 SMUD Headquarters Building

Register Today: https://reg.learningstream.com/s_reg/reg_registration_maintenance.aspx?ek=0059-0013-2c793b6bc1bf497ea1827603dd00526f

06/10/2026

SMUD awarded $97 million to SEED vendors in 2025. Today, there are more than $20 million in active SMUD bid opportunities.

For small businesses and suppliers, the opportunity is significant, but preparation matters. Many businesses wait until a bid is posted before they start getting ready. By then, certifications, registrations, proposal materials, and procurement requirements may already need to be in place.

RSBUC helps small businesses and suppliers prepare earlier, strengthen their competitiveness, and connect to contracts, capital, and expert support.

Explore SMUD's SEED Program: https://www.smud.org/seed?utm_source=rsbuc&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=seed-referral
Need help getting contract ready? Learn more about RSBUC: https://sacasiancc.org/regional-small-business-utilization-center/

06/02/2026

📈 Looking to strengthen your marketing strategy and grow your business?

Join us for Mix & Learn: Marketing for Small Businesses on June 10 for an evening of networking, practical insights, and conversations designed specifically for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Connect with fellow business leaders, hear from local experts, and walk away with actionable marketing ideas you can put to work immediately.

📅 Wednesday, June 10, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 2120 El Camino Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821

Whether you're looking to improve your social media presence, reach new customers, or elevate your brand, this event is for you.

🎟 Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mix-learn-marketing-for-small-businesses-tickets-1989280152486?aff=oddtdtcreator

Chamber members can reach out to Neeah Kirby at [email protected] for a complimentary ticket.

Thank you to our sponsors, SMUD, SAFE Credit Union, and Wells Fargo, for supporting Sacramento's small business community.

06/02/2026

Congratulations to SacAsian Chamber members and on the grand opening of their new shared studio space! ✂️🎉

This past weekend, we were honored to join family, friends, customers, and community partners in celebrating this exciting milestone and the official ribbon cutting ceremony.

Milou & Olin and Giggle & Riot have each built strong brands rooted in creativity, craftsmanship, and community. Their new studio represents not only growth for their businesses, but also an investment in creating a welcoming space where customers can connect, shop, and experience their work firsthand. 📸

We are proud to support local entrepreneurs as they continue to grow and contribute to Sacramento’s vibrant small business community. Congratulations again on this exciting new chapter—we can’t wait to see what’s ahead!

06/02/2026

Congratulations to SacAsian Chamber members Milou and Olin Collective and Giggle and Riot Funbooths on the grand opening of their new shared studio space! ✂️🎉

This past weekend, we were honored to join family, friends, customers, and community partners in celebrating this exciting milestone and the official ribbon cutting ceremony.

Milou & Olin and Giggle & Riot have each built strong brands rooted in creativity, craftsmanship, and community. Their new studio represents not only growth for their businesses, but also an investment in creating a welcoming space where customers can connect, shop, and experience their work firsthand. 📸

We are proud to support local entrepreneurs as they continue to grow and contribute to Sacramento's vibrant small business community. Congratulations again on this exciting new chapter—we can't wait to see what's ahead!

05/29/2026

A special thank you to for helping power the 2026 AAPI Night Market! 😊

In addition to sponsoring the Cache Creek Casino Resort Main Stage, attendees had the chance to enter for one of four Ultimate Cache Creek Getaway Packages, highlighting the incredible experiences available throughout the resort.

🎉 Congratulations to our lucky winners, who each received:
Two tickets to see Jo Koy live at Cache Creek Casino Resort (August 21–22)
One-night stay at Cache Creek Casino Resort
$200 spa credit
$250 dining credit at C2 Steak & Seafood

From unforgettable performances to an unforgettable getaway, Cache Creek helped make this year’s Night Market a special celebration of culture, community, and connection.

Thank you for partnering with us during our 5th Annual AAPI Night Market.

05/28/2026