Celebrate World Cookie Day with your Office of Student Life team. Grab a cookie on your way to class… or just because.

While supplies last.

Join us with Bay Area business leaders sharing their insights on important trends and opportunities shaping small businesses in 2026.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, small business owner, or simply passionate about innovation, this event is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Join us for a compelling panel discussion featuring business and policy leaders who will share their insights on the most important trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping small businesses in 2026 and beyond.

This conversation will provide practical takeaways and forward-looking perspectives to help you navigate an evolving economic and technological environment.

When: Wednesday, January 14th, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Where: GGU Library Common (Also available via Zoom with link provided upon registration).

Cost: Free, though registration is required through Eventbrite.

What to Expect During the Session

This interactive session will explore how new policies, workforce dynamics, and technologies are redefining small business strategy in 2026. The conversation will feature two rounds of expert dialogue followed by an open Q&A, covering:

• Inflation and Tariffs

• SBA Lending Rule Changes

• Workforce of the Future

• Supply Chain Disruptions

• AI and Small Business

Why Attend?

• Gain fresh, practical strategies for today’s small business environment

• Engage directly with industry and government leaders

• Connect with fellow professionals, students, and entrepreneurs

This session offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, expand your network, and leave with strategies you can immediately apply to your business or career.

We look forward to having you join us for what promises to be an inspiring and insightful discussion.

Celebrate National Bagel Day with your Office of Student Life team. Grab a bagel on your way to class… or just because.

While supplies last.

The university will be closed on this date.

Celebrate National Tater Tot Day during Campus Week with your Office of Student Life team. Grab a bag on your way to class… or just because.

While supplies last.

The university will be closed on this date.

Celebrate National Tootsie Roll Day with your Office of Student Life team. Grab a tootsie roll on your way to class… or just because.

While supplies last.

Celebrate National Cheese Doodle Day with your Office of Student Life team. Grab a bag on your way to class… or just because.

While supplies last.

Celebrate National Burrito Day with your Office of Student Life team. Grab a burrito on your way to class… or just because.

While supplies last.