JSX, a public charter air travel carrier, presents the Greater Irvine Chamber 2026 Greater Irvine Chamber Celebrate Irvine & Mid-Year Economic Calibration on Thursday, June 11, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., at the Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport, 18800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine.
“As a company rooted in Irvine’s spirit of innovation, JSX is proud to support Celebrate Irvine and the Mid-Year Economic Calibration,” said David Drabinsky, president of JSX and a UC Irvine alumnus. “It’s a privilege to recognize members of the community who embody the values that both Irvine and JSX care deeply about, and we look forward to celebrating the people helping shape Irvine’s future.”
JSX offers the convenience of semi-private air travel through an exclusive terminal on the west side of John Wayne Airport at 3000 Airway Ave. With dedicated hangars, crowd-free terminals, and a streamlined boarding experience, the JSX fleet, including E-135 and E-145 jets and ATR-42 aircraft, serves select markets connecting travelers across the United States and Mexico.
Drabinsky will provide a special welcome to open the program.
Top-ranked financial advisor, best-selling author, and frequent CNBC, Bloomberg, and Fox Business guest David Bahnsen—founder, managing partner, and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group—will deliver a mid-year economic analysis examining the key trends shaping the remainder of 2026. His presentation will provide business leaders with practical insights to help recalibrate strategies, adapt to shifting conditions, and position their organizations for continued growth.
Following the keynote and the debut of the Greater Irvine Chamber’s Irvine in Motion video—showcasing innovation in Irvine, and a special message from City of Irvine Mayor Larry Agran—Greater Irvine Chamber President & CEO Dave Coffaro will moderate a panel discussion featuring business 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.
During the event, the Greater Irvine Chamber will honor outstanding businesses and leaders in the categories 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 Award.
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 Partners 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, 11:30 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 networking, 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, contact events@irvinechamber.com.
