In this Must Know…
- 2025 CAMEO Network Summit: First Look at the Agenda
- CAMEO Network is hiring a Senior Program Manager
- Report: Small Business and AI
- Take Action: Please sign our letters of support for SB 362 and SB 728!
- Help us advocate for MEHKOs in your community!
- This week’s Goodie Highlight is the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights of San Francisco’s upcoming webinar “Know Your Rights: Immigrant Businesses and ICE Raids” on April 15, 2025 at 10:00am PT.
2025 CAMEO Network Summit: First Look at the Agenda
Join CAMEO Network’s 2025 Summit, “Leading in Uncertain Times: Meeting the Mission, Telling the Story, Promoting Policy” on May 28-29, 2025 in Sacramento!
The first day will kick off with breakfast networking, a dynamic keynote, and a deep dive into fundraising strategies that ensure long-term sustainability. Next, a practical session will tackle the CFO dilemma, equipping leaders with five key financial questions every organization should be able to answer.
After lunch and an afternoon keynote, attendees will take part in an immersive workshop on narrative power and strategic storytelling, applying new frameworks to real-world scenarios to amplify impact and advocacy efforts. The day will wrap with a look at next steps—followed by a well-earned happy hour!
The following day, Advocacy Day at the State Treasurer’s Office, will offer intentional networking, advocacy prep, and opportunities to speak directly with policymakers—plus lunch and a closing happy hour.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your leadership, sharpen your strategy, and make your voice heard.
We’re Hiring: Senior Program Manager
CAMEO Network has several job openings, including a Senior Program Manager!
This role’s responsibilities include fostering collaboration among small business service providers, sharing industry insights through events and roundtables, and promoting inclusion by coordinating public-private partnerships and connecting providers to economic development programs. Learn more about all job opportunities on our Careers page!
Small Business and AI Report
CAMEO Network member clients and hundreds of small business owners across the nation participated in a recent survey conducted by the Public Private Strategies Institute on how small businesses are approaching AI.
The results show that most small business owners are optimistic about AI’s potential—but they need clear value, tailored solutions, and simple implementation to adopt it widely. The report also explores how they’re using AI today and what regulations and policies they support.
The Goodies
Professional & Funding Opportunities
- The CalDEP subgrant program provides funding to conduct activities to support implementation of the State Digital Equity Plan. Applications are due May 30, 2025.
- SBAN is seeking proposals for case studies of efforts to combat climate gentrification and prevent small business displacement. Proposals are due June 2, 2025.
For Your Clients
- The Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights of San Francisco is hosting the webinar “Know Your Rights: Immigrant Businesses and ICE Raids” on April 15, 2025 at 10:00am PT.
- Small Business Majority is hosting the briefing “Navigating President Trump’s First 100 Days: What small businesses need to know” on April 15, 2025 at 11:00am PT.
New Research
- Read David Silverstein’s latest white paper, “Scaling Small-Ticket Loan Programs in a High-Cost Economy.”
- A new white paper from CNote reveals insights on how community banks and credit unions mitigate risk while driving positive economic impact in local communities and economies.
Other Goodies
- New Resource: NALCAB developed a step-by-step guide to navigating Congress’ earmark application process.
- Jobs: CIELO, the California Office of the Small Business Advocate, California FarmLink, and ICA Fund announced new jobs recently. See who else is hiring!