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SUMMARY:Luncheon - Doing Business with Utility Companies (CPUC and Supplier Clearing House) Sponsored by SCE
DESCRIPTION:Hey vendors! \nJoin us for an informative and engaging Educational Lunch designed for business owners and suppliers interested in working with California’s major utility companies. This session will provide valuable insight into how to successfully navigate the procurement process with regulated utilities and better understand the role of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and the Supplier Clearinghouse. We are also very excited to have Dennis Thurston\, Program Manager with SoCal Edison\, join us for this impactful event! \nWhether you are new to utility contracting or looking to strengthen your existing relationships\, this workshop will walk you through the key requirements\, certifications\, and compliance standards necessary to compete for utility contracts. Representatives and subject matter experts will share practical guidance on supplier diversity programs\, certification processes\, and how to position your business for upcoming opportunities. \nDuring this session\, you will learn: \n\n\nThe role of the CPUC in supplier diversity and procurement oversight \n\n\nHow the Supplier Clearinghouse certification process works \n\n\nEligibility requirements and benefits of becoming a certified diverse supplier \n\n\nHow to register as a vendor with SCE\, SoCalGas\, and Southwest Gas \n\n\nBest practices for responding to solicitations and building long-term utility partnerships \n\n\nUpcoming contracting opportunities and where to find them \n\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity to gain direct insight from sponsoring utilities\, ask questions\, and network with other business owners seeking to expand into the utility sector. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the certification pathway and actionable steps to position their business for success. \nLunch will be provided. Early registration is encouraged as space may be limited! Please view the flyer below for additional information\, and click the link below to register. \nLBGLCC_Educational_Luncheon_Final \nREGISTER HERE \n\nThank you\, and we hope to see you there!
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/luncheon-doing-business-with-utility-companies-cpuc-and-supplier-clearing-house-sponsored-by-sce/
LOCATION:Long Beach City College\, 4901 E Carson St\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90808\, United States
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SUMMARY:SoCalGas Technical Assistance Program | The Power of Artificial Intelligence: Your Business Enhancement Guide
DESCRIPTION:Calling all vendors!\n \nThe SoCalGas Supplier Diversity team is excited to invite you to an upcoming Technical Assistance Program (TAP) focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI).\n \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, March 10\, 2026\n🕙 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST\n📍 Location: Online via Microsoft Teams\n\nDuring this TAP\, Ms. Claudia Shah from the Los Angeles Regional Small Business Development Center will provide guidance on:\n\n\nHow AI can help grow & scale your business \n\n\nThe art of prompting AI\n\n\nThree AI tools your business can regularly use\n\n\n\n👉 Register here by March 9 to attend: https://forms.office.com/r/zjfNGsXdcb\nA Microsoft Teams meeting invitation will be sent following registration.\n \nPlease feel free to share this message and/or the attached flyer with other businesses in your network. SoCalGas No-Cost Technical Assistance Program Flyer\n\nFor questions or more information\, please contact:\nVictoria Leonido – vleonido@socalgas.com
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/socalgas-technical-assistance-program-the-power-of-artificial-intelligence-your-business-enhancement-guide/
LOCATION:Virtual/Online\, CA
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SUMMARY:2026 California Supplier Diversity Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hey vendors! \nThe California Supplier Diversity Symposium is back for a third year in 2026! This year\, the theme being celebrated is Next Level Inclusion: Procurement for All – Connecting Small and Diverse Suppliers to Statewide Opportunity by focusing on ways to enhance the economic impact for California’s businesses by broadening access to resources and procurement opportunities through collaboration and partnerships. \nFor more information and to register for the event\, please view the flyer below and click on the “Register Here” text below the flyer. We hope to see you there! \nCASDS_SaveTheDate_3-18-26 \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/2026-california-supplier-diversity-symposium/
LOCATION:Pasadena Convention Center\, 300 E Green St.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
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SUMMARY:(X)BN Collaboration: 5th Annual Supplier Outreach Event
DESCRIPTION:Attention all vendors!\nThis is XBN’s BIGGEST Collaboration(X) Event Yet!\nPartnering with the SoCal Procurement Alliance for their 5th Annual Supplier Outreach Event at the Anaheim Convention Center—the numbers speak for themselves: \n 1\,500+ Attendees\n 375+ Exhibitors\n 50+ Government Agencies\n 25+ Chambers & Non-Profits\n 25+ Corporate Partners \n  \nWhat You’ll Experience: \n Business Matchmaking with qualified buyers and decision-makers\n Expert-Led Panels on procurement and contracting\n Next-Level Networking across all sectors\n Real Opportunities to secure contracts and partnerships \n  \nThis is Collaboration(X) at scale. This is the X-Factor in action!! \nREGISTER Today!\n\nDon’t miss Southern California’s premier supplier outreach event—where business communities unite to create unprecedented opportunities. We hope to see you there! \n  \nWhen You Win\, We Win. We are Stronger Together!\n  \nWait! New to XBN?\nSign-Up for a complimentary Business Account and make sure to fill out your business profile then come back and register for the event.\nCLICK here to sign up! \n  \nPlease click the link below to view the flyer. \nXBNFlyer2026
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/xbn-collaboration-5th-annual-supplier-outreach-event/
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
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SUMMARY:How to Do Business with Southern California Edison (SCE)
DESCRIPTION:Southern California Edison (SCE) is excited to invite you to our upcoming virtual workshop titled\, ” How to Do Business with Southern California Edison.” This event is a key part of our EDGE S.T.A.R. Training Series\, focusing on essential topics such as ARIBA registration and certification with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)/Supplier Clearinghouse (SCH). This event will take place on Tuesday\, May 5\, 2026\, from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. \nOur workshop is designed for companies that want to learn how to do business with Southern California Edison (SCE) and understand the procurement process by utilizing the software Ariba. Additionally\, the course offers guidance on obtaining certification from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)/Supplier Clearinghouse (SCH)\, a critical step for businesses looking to leverage opportunities within California’s utility sector. \nWe encourage you to register and attend this session\, as it is the perfect avenue for companies to get valuable insight as to what steps are needed to register and conduct business with Southern California Edison (SCE). \n  \nEvent Details \nDate: Tuesday\, May 5\, 2026 \nTime: 9:00 am – 10:30 am \nLocation: Virtual (Microsoft Teams) \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-do-business-with-southern-california-edison-tickets-1983829213581?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \nHow to Register \nPlease confirm your attendance by registering at Eventbrite\, or please contact scesupplierdiversitydevelopment@sce.com for further information. Availability is limited\, ensuring early registration is advised.
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/how-to-do-business-with-southern-california-edison-sce/
LOCATION:Virtual/Online\, CA
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SUMMARY:SoCalGas Supplier Diversity Combined Supplier Development Series 2.0: IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Hey there\, vendors! If you’re a restaurant owner\, foodservice-related vendor\, or business owner interested in energy efficiency improvements and sustainable practices\, don’t miss this great opportunity to learn about how you could benefit from a number of SoCalGas energy incentives. \n  \nEvent Details: \nDate: June 4\, 2026 \nTime: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nLocation: \nSoCalGas Energy Resource Center \n9240 Firestone Blvd. Downey\, CA \n  \nEvent Highlights: Similar to last year’s workshop\, this session will focus on key areas designed to support business owners and the communities you serve\, including: \n\nHow the Combined Workshop series can support your organization’s annual programming and opportunities for continued collaboration and community impact.\nEnergy Efficiency Programs for Businesses – learning how local programs can help reduce energy bills while improving sustainability.\nRestaurant & Foodservice Vendors – exploring opportunities to modernize kitchen operations through high-efficiency kitchen appliances that may increase performance and help reduce costs.\nFinancing Options Made Simple – learning about SoCalGas rebates and zero-interest financing options tailored for small businesses\nNetworking with other suppliers and SoCalGas employees\nEnergy efficient kitchen equipment showcase\nGuided tour of ERC foodservice lab and water heating room\n\n  \nThe registration portal is now open and can be accessed by scanning the QR code below or by clicking the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/8GxBieThmf?origin=lprLink \n \nTo view the full flyer\, please click HERE. \n  \nThank you\, and we hope to see you there!
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/socalgas-supplier-diversity-combined-supplier-development-series-2-0-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:SoCalGas Energy Resource Center\, 9240 Firestone Blvd.\, Downey\, CA\, 90241\, United States
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SUMMARY:Western Regional Minority Supplier Diversity Council (WRMSDC) Construction Industry Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:Attention vendors! Join the WRMSDC (Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council) for the Construction Industry Leadership Summit in Sacramento\, CA. \nThe half-day summit focuses on inclusion in procurement\, networking\, and upcoming contracting opportunities for minority-owned and diverse businesses\, and is designed to connect contractors\, corporations\, and government agencies.\n\n\nKey details for the event include: \n\n\n\nDate & Time: Thursday\, June 25\, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: People Working Together\, 4125 Northgate Blvd.\, Sacramento\, CA 95835\nHost: WRMSDC\, Circularity\, and the Construction Steering Committee\nCost: FREE TO ATTEND\nFeatures: Structured networking\, opportunities to engage with corporate procurement professionals\, and insights into shaping community-driven construction projects\n\n  \n\nTo view the full flyer and QR code\, please see the link below. We hope to see you there! \nWRMSDC Construction Industry Leadership Summit 2026
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/western-regional-minority-supplier-diversity-council-wrmsdc-construction-industry-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:People Working Together\, 4125 Northgate Blvd\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95835\, United States
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SUMMARY:California Public Utilities Commission Small & Diverse Business Expo & 24th Annual GO 156 Supplier Diversity En Banc
DESCRIPTION:Hey vendors\, join us for two free events! \nSeparate registration is required for each event. \n  \nSmall & Diverse Business Expo\nSeptember 30\, 2026\n9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. \nSmall and diverse businesses can connect directly with representatives from more than 55 utilities\, public agencies\, prime contractors\, and community choice aggregators. Meet directly with industry representatives at our exhibitor booths\, learn about certifications\, and explore upcoming opportunities with companies like Verizon\, PG&E\, and T-Mobile. \nREGISTER FOR THE EXPO \n  \n24th Annual GO 156 Supplier Diversity En Banc\nOctober 1\, 2026\n9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nLeaders of California’s investor-owned utilities will report on their supplier diversity programs and contracting trends. In addition\, local ethnic chambers of commerce\, community-based organizations\, and community choice aggregators will provide their perspectives on fostering inclusive procurement. \nREGISTER FOR THE EN BANC \n  \nTo view the full flyer\, please see the attachment below. We hope to see you there! \n2026- Expo and En Banc Registration Flyer 04-20-26
URL:https://thesupplierclearinghouse.com/event/california-public-utilities-commission-small-diverse-business-expo-24th-annual-go-156-supplier-diversity-en-banc/
LOCATION:South San Francisco Conference Center\, 255 S. Airport Blvd.\, South San Francisco\, CA\, 94080\, United States
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