Don’t Miss the Ultimate Entrepreneurial Experience!

SCCE is proud to introduce the Executive Committee of SCCE 2025 - a distinguished group of deans, professors, and leaders from top universities across Southern California. These influential educators and industry experts bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and passion to SCCE 2025, ensuring an inspiring and impactful event for all attendees.

🔥 Victor Macias of Santana Snacks and Barry Sandrew of Westcliff University will kick off SCCE-25 with the Ignite Panel and guide a dynamic conversation on overcoming entrepreneurial challenges. 

 

🚀 Moderated by Cynthia West of Chapman University, the Launch Panel explores bold strategies for turning ideas into action. 

 

📈 The Growth to Exit Panel features seasoned leaders sharing real-world lessons on scaling and navigating successful exits with Travis Lindsay and Wade Martin.

 

⚡ Don’t miss the high-energy George W. Wright Lightning Pitch powered by Sunstone Management, where student entrepreneurs compete live with bold ideas and big dreams, moderated by Stefani Rios and David Ochi.

SCCE is also excited to present the bold innovators competing in the George W. Wright Lightning Pitch powered by Sunstone Management! These student entrepreneurs will take the stage to deliver fast, fierce, and fearless pitches in front of our expert judges. Witness creativity, confidence, and big ideas in action—this is where the next generation of changemakers rise.

SCCE is thrilled to introduce the panel of Lightning Pitch Judges! These industry leaders, investors, and innovation champions will evaluate bold ideas and fast pitches from the next generation of entrepreneurs. Stay tuned to see who’s taking the stage — and who’s making waves!

The SCCE-25 Exhibitor Showcase brings together visionary companies and bold entrepreneurs all in one dynamic space. Discover cutting-edge products, services, and technologies shaping tomorrow’s business world. This is your chance to connect, be inspired, and experience innovation in action.

A huge THANK YOU to the incredible SCCE-25 Sponsors who are helping bring this event to life! Your support empowers innovation, fuels entrepreneurship, and connects future changemakers across Southern California. SCCE couldn’t do it without you!