As part of the celebration of Irvine being the place where Innovation Takes Flight, Greater Irvine Chamber 2026 Celebrate Irvine & Mid-Year Economic Calibration Presenting Sponsor JSX has generously provided two travel vouchers, each valid for two roundtrip flights, to be awarded to two lucky attendees. Voucher recipients will be selected through random drawings conducted during the event. All pre-registered attendees will automatically be entered to win. Winners must be present at the time of the drawing to claim their prize.
JSX is a premium hop-on jet service offering a seamless alternative to commercial air travel. Operating spacious 30-seat aircraft from dedicated hangars at John Wayne Airport, JSX allows passengers to check in for most flights just 20 minutes before departure while enjoying complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi, beverages, generous legroom, no middle seats, and convenient planeside baggage retrieval. With crowd-free terminals and streamlined boarding, JSX connects travelers to destinations across the United States and Mexico in comfort and style.
Beyond the opportunity to win a JSX travel experience, Celebrate Irvine attendees will gain valuable insights into the trends, opportunities, and innovations shaping the region's future.
The program will feature a mid-year economic outlook from David Bahnsen, founder, managing partner, and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group. Bahnsen will examine the key trends shaping the remainder of 2026 and provide practical insights to help business leaders recalibrate strategies, adapt to changing conditions, and position their organizations for continued growth.
Bahnsen leads a national private wealth management firm overseeing more than $9 billion in client assets. Prior to founding The Bahnsen Group, he held senior leadership positions at Morgan Stanley and UBS. He is consistently ranked among the nation's top financial advisors by Barron's, Forbes, and Financial Times, is a frequent guest on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox Business, and other national media outlets, and is the author of several best-selling books on economics and investing.
Following the keynote, Greater Irvine Chamber President & CEO Dave Coffaro will moderate a panel discussion featuring regional leaders who will share forward-looking perspectives and practical strategies for succeeding in a rapidly evolving business environment. Panelists include Pete Carmichael, assistant city manager for the City of Irvine; Scott Fox, CEO of OCStartupCouncil.org;Shelley M. Hoss, CEO of the Orange County Community Foundation; and Dr. Ian O. Williamson, dean of the Paul Merage School of Business at University of California, Irvine.
The Greater Irvine Chamber’s Irvine in Motion video—showcasing the innovation, ingenuity, and entrepreneurial spirit driving Irvine's economy, and a special message from City of Irvine Mayor Larry Agran, will debut at Celebrate Irvine.
During a special segment of the program, exceptional businesses and individuals whose innovation, service, and achievements are helping shape Irvine's future will be honored through the presentation of Business of the Year, Global Business of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year, Innovative Business of the Year, Innovator of the Year, Executive of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, Visionary Leader of the Year, and Community Impact awards.
In addition to celebrating the organizations and leaders making a difference across Irvine, the program will recognize recipients of scholarships awarded through the Irvine Forward Foundation, reflecting a shared commitment to developing the next generation of talent, leadership, and opportunity in our community.
Organizations joining JSX in presenting the Greater Irvine Chambers 2026 Celebrate Irvine are Leadership Sponsor City of Hope Orange County; Corporate Sponsors Concordia University Irvine, Hoag Health, Orange County Soccer Club, WeShare; Business Sponsor UC Irvine; and Community Partner The Office of Orange County Supervisor Donald P. Wagner and the City of Irvine.
Celebrate Irvine & Mid-Year Economic Calibration will take place on Thursday, June 11, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., at the Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport, 18800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine.
Check-in and registration is 10:30–11:30 a.m., including a complimentary sparkling wine reception, and a photo booth activation. The program will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m. and conclude at 1:30 p.m.
Registration includes a plated, chef-curated lunch, complimentary parking, and the opportunity to connect with Orange County’s top executives and decision-makers.
Pre-Registration:
- Greater Irvine Chamber Members - $260
- Non-Members - *$305
At-the-Door Registration:
- Greater Irvine Chamber Members - $265
- Non-Members - *$330
*Apply $55 of your registration toward a new membership! If you join the Greater Irvine Chamber within 30 days of the 2026 Celebrate Irvine event, $55 from your registration fee will be credited toward a first-time, new membership. (One event offer may be applied per new membership.)
- Expo booths are available for organizations seeking to promote their business to decision-makers, with pricing at $1,000 for members and $1,800 for non-members.
For more information about the awards, Celebrate Irvine, or opportunities to support this signature program, contactevents@irvinechamber.com.
