This session highlights community leaders and culture-driven entrepreneurs shaping health and wellness through caregiving, advocacy, and innovation. Hear how lived experience, identity, and purpose converge to create meaningful change and expand access to culturally competent care across our diverse communities.

This session explores how equitable procurement practices and supplier diversity programs can create meaningful opportunities for small businesses. Public agencies and healthcare institutions share how they are embedding equity in purchasing, building inclusive partnerships, and expanding access to resources for underserved entrepreneurs—while encouraging collaboration, innovation, and long-term economic resilience. Attendees will gain insights into navigating procurement systems, unlocking new markets, and forming relationships that drive sustainable business growth in diverse communities.

This session spotlights AHMC Seton Medical Center’s groundbreaking work in emergency cardiac care and advanced wound treatment. Attendees will hear how the hospital continues its legacy of innovation—from being a pioneer in interventional cardiology to offering one of the Bay Area’s most experienced wound care programs. With insights from frontline professionals, discussions on AI and telehealth integration, this session explores how technology and compassion are transforming care delivery and creating new opportunities for business and community collaboration.

In this opening session, we explore the powerful intersection of healthcare, small business, and public leadership. As Daly City’s largest employer, AHMC Seton Medical Center plays a vital role not only in community wellness but in shaping economic opportunity. Featuring remarks from local and national leaders, this session invites us to reimagine collaboration—where innovation, procurement, and public policy come together to drive a healthier, more inclusive future for all.