SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026

Honoring leaders. Celebrating influence. Funding the next generation. This is not just a gala. It’s where leadership shows up. On Saturday, February 6, 2027, the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the National Black MBA Association hosts the Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala—an evening dedicated to honoring leaders who are driving impact across business, community, and innovation. For the first time, we are bringing this signature event to Sacramento. A new city. A broader stage. An expanded network of influence. This annual gathering brings together: • Senior executives and decision-makers • Entrepreneurs and founders • Corporate partners and sponsors • Emerging leaders and high-performing professionals Throughout the evening, we will recognize this year’s honorees—visionaries whose work is shaping industries and expanding access to opportunity—while raising critical scholarship funds to support the next generation of Black leaders. WHAT TO EXPECT • Honoree Recognition Ceremony Celebrating leaders across industries making a measurable impact • Scholarship Awards Investing directly in future Black professionals and students • Curated Networking A room intentionally built for connection, visibility, and opportunity • Elevated Gala Experience Dinner, program, and an atmosphere designed for influence • Post-Event Experience Continued connection with attendees, honorees, and partners WHY ATTEND Because proximity matters. This is the room where: • Relationships turn into opportunities • Conversations turn into partnerships • Visibility turns into access If you are serious about being in spaces that move careers, businesses, and communities forward—this is one of them. WHO SHOULD ATTEND • Executives and senior leaders • Entrepreneurs and business owners • Corporate partners and sponsors • Professionals building toward leadership roles • Community leaders and advocates Secure your seat. Join the room. Be part of the moment.