# Event Details - **Event Name**: SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 06 Feb, 2027 at 06:30 pm – Sat, 06 Feb, 2027 at 11:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event Description**: Honoring leaders. Celebrating influence. Funding the next generation.About this EventThis is not just a gala. It’s where leadership shows up.On Saturday, October 3, 2026, 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-makersEntrepreneurs and foundersCorporate partners and sponsorsEmerging leaders and high-performing professionalsThroughout 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 EXPECTHonoree Recognition CeremonyCelebrating leaders across industries making measurable impactScholarship AwardsInvesting directly in future Black professionals and studentsCurated NetworkingA room intentionally built for connection, visibility, and opportunityElevated Gala ExperienceDinner, program, and an atmosphere designed for influencePost-Event ExperienceContinued connection with attendees, honorees, and partnersWHY ATTENDBecause proximity matters.This is the room where:Relationships turn into opportunitiesConversations turn into partnershipsVisibility turns into accessIf you are serious about being in spaces that move careers, businesses, and communities forward—this is one of them.WHO SHOULD ATTENDExecutives and senior leadersEntrepreneurs and business ownersCorporate partners and sponsorsProfessionals building toward leadership rolesCommunity leaders and advocatesSecure your seat. Join the room. Be part of the moment.https://youtu.be/u0rII47GksU?si=AIOpmgmGwxQe47MVAgenda🕑: 06:30 PMEmpowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala | Saturday, October 3, 2026🕑: 06:15 PM6:15 PM — VIP Reception Check-In BeginsInfo: VIP guests and sponsors are welcomed for early access to the evening. Check-in opens for the private reception experience.🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PM6:30 PM — VIP Cocktail ReceptionInfo: An exclusive pre-event experience reserved for VIP guests and sponsors. Enjoy early entry into the space with a private cocktail reception designed for meaningful connection, offering direct access to honorees, executives, and key partners before the evening begins. This is where the room is set.🕑: 06:45 PM6:30 PM — General Registration BeginsInfo: Doors open for all guests. General admission check-in begins as the full room comes together for the evening program.7:00 PM —Doors Open & Seating BeginsInfo: Guests are invited to take their seats as we prepare to begin the formal program.🕑: 07:15 PM7:30 PM — Welcome & Opening RemarksInfo: An opening to set the tone for the evening—grounded in purpose, leadership, and impact.🕑: 08:00 PM8:00 PM — Honoree Recognition & Awards ProgramInfo: The centerpiece of the evening. We honor leaders whose work is shaping industries, expanding access, and creating lasting impact. Includes: Honoree presentations Scholarship & Award recognitions Select remarks and acknowledgment🕑: 09:00 PM9:00 PM — Post-Gala Experience & Networking BeginsInfo: The room opens earlier to allow for continued connection and movement. Guests may transition into the post-gala experience featuring music, conversation, and expanded networking while the evening continues. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sacramento/sf-black-mba-empowering-visionaries-scholarship-and-awards-gala-2026/100001988792546042 - **Event Categories**: business, performances, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - door_time: 2027-02-07T02:15:00Z - Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes - Location: Kimpton Sawyer Hotel - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 161.9, max: 402, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sacramento - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Kimpton Sawyer Hotel - **lat**: 38.5816844 - **long**: -121.4994812 - **full address**: Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, 500 J Street, Sacramento, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/a4d7b4a2cc37c8b35580a071b06714b256a8e7653487e554c6a42f6b419ea4df-rimg-w1200-h1703-dc030610-gmir.jpg?v=1778198771 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026 being held? - **A:** SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026 takes place on Sat, 06 Feb, 2027 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 06 Feb, 2027 at 11:00 pm at Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, 500 J Street, Sacramento, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026? - **A:** SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026 is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026? - **A:** SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026 is organized by San Francisco Bay Area Chapter, NBMBAA. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** SF Black MBA Empowering Visionaries Scholarship & Awards Gala 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sacramento, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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