This year’s theme at the BizX 2025 event, “Dream Big, Start Small,” highlights the journeys of entrepreneurs who turned their ideas into thriving enterprises. Photo courtesy of Sacramento County

SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CA (MPG) - Entrepreneurs, small business owners and industry professionals are invited to join BizX 2025 from 3 to 6 p.m. on May 7, where local business leaders will share their inspiring path from startup to success.

Hosted annually as part of Capital Region Small Business Week (CRSBW), BizX is the premier business resource and networking event, hosted by Sacramento County’s Office of Economic Development and City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development.

This year’s theme, “Dream Big, Start Small,” highlights the journeys of entrepreneurs who turned their ideas into thriving enterprises.

“BizX is a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels Sacramento County’s economy,” said Crystal Bethke, Sacramento County Director of Economic Development. “As part of Capital Region Small Business Week, this event is more than a networking opportunity, it’s a chance to gain real insight, connect with fellow business owners and access valuable small business resources.”

Keynote speaker Ginger Elizabeth Hahn, a luxury chocolatier, will share how she built her renowned brand through passion, perseverance and dedication.

Following the keynote, a dynamic panel of local business leaders will offer their firsthand insights.

Panelists include Ernesto Delgado, restaurateur and owner of Tequila Museo Mayahuel, La Cosecha Sacramento, Octopus Baja Sacramento and Mesa Mercado Carmichael; Susan O’Brien, owner of The Kitchen Table and Dante Williams, roaster and owner of The Black Coffee Roastery.

In addition to the speaker lineup, attendees can explore a variety of small business resource booths, connect with service providers and meet peers from across the Capital Region. Light refreshments will be served.

The first 100 registrants will receive free parking validation and a complimentary box of Ginger Elizabeth truffles.

The event will be held at 200 Aggie Square, Second Floor, 4480 Second Ave. in Sacramento. Tickets are $10 per person. To register for the event and learn more information about BizX 2025, visit cityofsacramento.gov/city-manager/oied/business/innovation-and-entrepreneurship/bizx-event.

For a full lineup of activities and events, visit the official Capital Region Small Business Week website​ at capitalregionsmallbusinessweek.org/.