WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary

Education + Celebration, Together.

November 14th, 2025
Wente Vineyards, Livermore, California

Entertainment

Erin Stevenson — vocalist
Althea Rene — soul-jazz flutist

Entertainment sponsored by Payne Pest Management

INFORMATION

Join us as we celebrate WBEC-Pacific’s 25th Anniversary at Catalyst25. Get insider guidance from sourcing pros — what “ready” looks like, common pitfalls, and how to make your proposal rise to the top. Then we’ll celebrate 25 years of WBEC-Pacific honoring our founders, Women Business Owners, and Corporate Partners with great live music and awards, including the Pamela Prince-Eason Award.What to Expect

  • Buyer playbooks, decoded: how companies assess suppliers and what “ready” looks like.

  • Category signals: where capacity is needed and how to align.

  • Stand-out positioning: sharpen your value proposition and explain what sets you apart — fast.

  • Real next steps: contacts, portals/URLs, and timelines to keep momentum.

  • Celebration moments: a toast to 25 years of supporting women-owned businesses, live music, and community connections.

Awards & Tributes

  • Corporate Honors: Recognizing companies advancing responsible resourcing and measurable economic impact.

  • Pamela Prince-Eason Award: In honor of the late Pamela Prince-Eason (former President & CEO, WBENC), presented to an exceptional WBE whose leadership and results elevate our community.

The Venue

Wente Vineyards
5050 Arroyo Rd, Livermore, CA 94550

Agenda + Speakers

Detailed agenda coming soon.

Exclusive Hotel Rates

Now through October 22ndAttending Catalyst25: WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary? Stay for one or two nights and make your trip seamless and stress-free at the Courtyard by Marriott in Livermore — our preferred hotel partner.

AGENDA

EVENTSTIME
Registration & Networking4:00 - 4:30pm
Welcome4:30 - 4:45pm
From Paperwork to Power Moves: Unlocking the Strategic Potential of RFPs
Presented by Kendra Burris-Austin		4:45 - 5:05pm
Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS): Practical Tools to Align Teams
Presented by Chris Jackson		5:10 - 5:30pm
Catalyst25 Awards5:30 - 6:30pm
Private Concert & Networking
Featuring Soul-Jazz Flutist Alethea Rene		6:05pm - 6:50pm
Private Concert & Networking
Featuring Singer & Recording Artist Erin Stevenson		7:00 - 7:45pm
Closing7:45 - 8:00pm

The Catalyst25: WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary agenda is subject to revisions leading up to the event.

Entertainment

Get ready to groove! Catalyst25 — WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary is turning up the volume with sensational live performances by the powerhouse vocalist Erin Stevenson and renowned soul-jazz flutist Althea Rene. With rich musical legacies and unmatched stage presence, they’ll set the tone for a night of joy, rhythm, and celebration.

Dress Code

Boho Chic: cocktail with a boho twist — elegant yet relaxed.

SPEAKERS

Kendra Burris-Austin

Sr Director Economic Impact & Vendor Sustainability - Centene Corporation

Kendra Burris-Austin is a transformational executive and the Founder of Impact Nest Consulting, where she empowers small businesses and corporations to build inclusive, results-driven sourcing strategies. With over 25 years of leadership across healthcare, insurance, utilities, and consumer goods, Kendra has architected billion-dollar supplier diversity programs, elevated ESG performance, and turned procurement into a lever for economic impact.Her career spans powerhouse brands like Centene, Cigna, Ameren, and Anheuser-Busch, where she led strategic sourcing, vendor enablement, and ecosystem stewardship. Today, she’s focused on unlocking access to opportunity—helping underrepresented vendors win contracts, scale sustainably, and drive generational change. Kendra blends bold vision with pragmatic execution, always leading with heart, equity, and purpose.

Chris Jackson

EOS Implementer - EOS Worldwide

Chris Jackson is a U.S. Air Force veteran, entrepreneur, and retired Managing Director with Deloitte Consulting. He helped shape and grow Deloitte’s mid-market business—now known as Deloitte Private—from an early $300 million initiative into a $4.5 billion enterprise serving privately held companies nationwide. He also helped launch Converge by Deloitte, a portfolio of AI-driven, industry-focused data and insight software ventures.Today, Chris is CEO of Brownstone Consulting and a Professional EOS Implementer, helping leadership teams align their vision, people, and execution to build businesses that run on systems, not stress. Drawing on more than 30+ years of strategy, technology, and leadership experience, he’s known for helping entrepreneurs scale with clarity, discipline, and confidence.

SPONSORS

Thank you to our incredible Catalyst25: WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary sponsors — this event comes to life with their contributions.

Corporate Sponsor

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WBE Sponsor

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Want to sponsor Catalyst25: WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary? Contact us at [email protected] to begin.

SPONSORSHIPS

Want to sponsor Catalyst25: WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary? Contact us at [email protected] to begin.

Presenting Sponsor — $15,000 (1 available)

  • “Catalyst25: WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary presented by [Sponsor]” lockup on key assets

  • 2 VIP tables (16 seats) with premium placement

  • On-stage thank-you + logo on main screens and step-and-repeat

  • Homepage hero placement + inclusion in press/email

  • 5 WBE Scholarship Tickets underwritten (Scholarship Tickets: seats pre-paid by sponsors so selected WBEs can attend at no cost).

Gold Sponsor — $10,000 (2–3 available)

  • 1 VIP table (8 seats) with premium placement

  • Logo on main screens, step-and-repeat, website, and program

  • Verbal recognition from stage + inclusion in press/email

  • 4 WBE Scholarship Tickets underwritten (Scholarship Tickets: seats pre-paid by sponsors so selected WBEs can attend at no cost).

Silver Sponsor — $5,000 (3–5 available)

  • 1 table of 8

  • Logo on screens, website, and program + stage recognition

  • 2 WBE Scholarship Tickets underwritten (Scholarship Tickets: seats pre-paid by sponsors so selected WBEs can attend at no cost).

Bronze Sponsor — $2,500 (unlimited)

  • 4 tickets

  • Logo on website and program + group recognition from stage

À La Carte Opportunities

  • Wine Sponsor — $3,500

  • Dessert Sponsor — $4,000

  • Signage Sponsor — $3,000

  • Hors d’oeuvres Sponsor — $2,500

  • Floral Sponsor — $2,000

  • Awards Sponsor — $1,500

  • Badges/Lanyards Sponsor — $1,000

  • A/V & Lighting Sponsor — $3,000–$5,000

  • Photo Booth / Step-and-Repeat Sponsor — $2,000–$3,000

  • VIP Reception Sponsor — $4,000–$6,000

  • Centerpiece Sponsor — $1,500

  • Volunteer Crew Sponsor — $1,500

  • Transportation/Shuttle Sponsor (if used) — $2,500

Table Sponsorships

  • VIP Table of 8 — $3,500

  • Table of 8 (General Rate) — $2,600

  • Table of 8 (Member Rate) — $2,000

Program & Digital Ads

  • Full-Page Ad — $1,000

  • Half-Page Ad — $600

  • Quarter-Page Ad — $350

Want to sponsor Catalyst25: WBEC-Pacific's 25th Anniversary? Contact us at [email protected] to begin.