Small Business Investment Listening Session
Implementation of the CA Emerging Technology Fund-Verizon Public Benefits Agreement
Attend this listening session to provide input on a Public Benefits Agreement between Verizon and the CA Emerging Technology Fund (CETF). Share your sights on strategies to reach, engage, and help small businesses become suppliers with Verizon.
Friday, April 17
Noon – 2 p.m.
Online
We’re seeking business owners who have experience (or interest) in contracting and are open to sharing insights on their experiences, barriers and opportunities.
- Network & infrastructure
- IT & digital transformation
- Corporate & professional services
- Operations & logistics
You’ll gain:
- Direct access to decision-makers influencing future contract opportunities
- A chance to share real challenges you face when pursuing bids
- Input that will shape how contracts and programs are designed moving forward
- Visibility for future procurement and funding opportunities
Questions for listening sessions:
- What are the barriers for small businesses not addressed by the Verizon Programs?
- Do you have challenges in finding employees?
- What assistance will be the most helpful?
- How can you reach and engage small businesses in the Verizon Programs?
- What kind of support do you need to optimize the benefit of the Verizon investment?
Review the Verizon Briefing on the Digital Ready and Small Business Accelerator Programs in advance.
Hosted by the CalAsian Chamber of Commerce and California Emerging Technology Fund.