OCBC 2025 Legislative Day

Event

August 14, 2025

Registration open! OCBC’s Legislative Day will feature Orange County’s legislative delegation as they provide updates and participate in discussions centered on workforce, housing and infrastructure issues that are vital to the economic growth of our county.

Orange County’s Emergency Response System: How Businesses Can Mobilize for Resilience During a Crisis

Event

July 23, 2025

When a crisis occurs, every second counts, and so does your business’s response. Join Orange County Business Council and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department for an exclusive, in-person panel discussion that offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the County activates during major disasters. This program is designed to help business leaders understand and align with the County’s emergency response system while also providing actionable insights on communication and coordination planning. Be ready when it counts. Learn how to mobilize your business for crisis readiness and resilience.

Panelists: Michelle Anderson, CEM, CA-PEM (Orange County Sheriff’s Department), Matt Olson (Orange County Fire Authority), Molly Nichelson (County of Orange)
Moderated by: Jeff Ball (Orange County Business Council)

Tariff Policies in Practice: What Business Leaders Need to Know

Event

May 28, 2025

Tariffs are shaping the future of global business and understanding them is essential. Orange County Business Council and The Richard Nixon Foundation invite you to join us for a high-impact discussion that explores the purpose and structure of tariffs, as well as the operational and strategic considerations companies must evaluate in today’s evolving trade environment. Our panel of industry and policy experts will break down what business leaders need to know and how to proactively position their organization for long-term resilience. Whether you manage business strategy or public relations, this is a timely opportunity to gain clarity and walk away with practical strategies to strengthen your approach to trade policy.

Panelists: Kevin Depew (RSM US LLP), TJ McCree (Cathay Bank), Dr. Christopher Schwarz (UCI), Charron Ricks (UPS Supply Chain Solutions), Jeff Ball (Moderator)

OCBC 2026 Annual Dinner​ Sponsor Opportunities

Event

OCBC 2026 Annual Dinner and Installation of the Board of Directors Sponsor Opportunities Thursday, February 26, 2026 Additional Event Details Sponsor opportunities Coming Soon Thank you sponsors! Title Sponsors VIP Reception Sponsor Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Bronze Sponsors Amazon The Boeing Company Cal State Fullerton and the College of Business and Economics CalOptima Health CHOC Girl Scouts of Orange County Goodwill of Orange County Idea Hall JPMorganChase LSA Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Nossaman LLP Orange County Department of Education Orange County REALTORS Rancho Mission Viejo Rancho Santiago Community College District SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Shook, Hardy & Bacon, L.L.P. South Orange County Community College District UCI Health U.S. Bank Verizon Business WSP For more information Lauren Martin Director of EventsOrange County Business [email protected]

Navigating Healthcare Costs: Business Insights for Competitive Benefits & Sustainable Savings

Event

April 29, 2025

More than 60 healthcare leaders joined industry experts for “Navigating Healthcare Costs: Business Insights for Competitive Benefits & Sustainable Savings.” Panelists included Chris Arias, Executive Director of Business Development at OCBC investor MemorialCare, Ron Scaffidi, Benefits Consultant of The Baldwin Group, and Lester Morales, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Next Impact, LLC. The event offered practical strategies for managing healthcare costs while maintaining competitive benefits, highlighting alternative solutions, cost-control methods for small to mid-sized employers and guidance for those concerned about administrative capacity.