Agenda

The 2026 Select LA Summit agenda will celebrate that “LA is Open”, for business, for trade, for cultural exchange, and all forms of global partnerships. The day conference at the Skirball Cultural Center will feature 50+ VIP speakers from a broad range of industries in the private and public sector, followed by an evening cocktail reception to close the summit.

Select LA Summit - April 28, 2026

SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER, LOS ANGELES

8:00AM–9:00am

Registration and Breakfast

9:00AM–9:30am:

OPENING REMARKS

9:30AM–10:00am:

KEYNOTE SPEECH

10:00AM–11:00am

MORNING PLENARY SESSION - TRADE & LOGISTICS
“Supply Chains: How do Logistics and Goods Movement Strengthen Communities?”

The Select LA 2026 opening plenary session will examine the tangible impact of supply chains on the lives of individuals. The trade flowing through the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach support 1 in 9 jobs in the region. Hear from key logistics leaders on how the movement of goods through regions supports and enriches local communities.

11:00AM–11:30Am

Networking & Coffee Break

11:30AM–12:00Pm

ANNOUNCEMENT:
Launch of the 2026 California Investor Rankings and FDI Report

Join us as we announce the results of the 2026 California Foreign Direct Investment Report, ranking the largest sources of investment across the state of California. Delivered in partnership with the California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) and Loyola Marymount University.)

12:00PM–1:00pm

BREAKOUT SESSION: SPORTS & COMMUNITIES
“Sport and Economic Opportunity in Los Angeles”

Los Angeles has more professional sports teams than any other U.S. city, which means the sector's impact on the local economy is outsized. In this session, business and economic development leaders discuss upcoming opportunities in the sector ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic & Paralympic Games, and how those opportunities can have meaningful positive impacts on local communities.

BREAKOUT SESSION: ACCESS TO CAPITAL
“From Entry to Scale: Financing the LA Journey”

There are many different paths to accessing capital for businesses establishing in Los Angeles. Join this discussion to hear from industry experts on the various financial opportunities available to businesses of different shapes and sizes, from traditional bank loans, to venture capital, to government-backed support.

BREAKOUT SESSION: INFRASTRUCTURE OF THE FUTURE
“Infrastructure for an Open and Resilient LA”

As Los Angeles continues on its journey of recovery from the January 2025 wildfires, now is the time to ask - what does the infrastructure of the future look like? This panel will explore how LA and other regions can reshape construction, energy and utilities, and urban mobility to be more sustainable, more resilient, and more efficient.

1:00PM–2:00pm

Lunch and Networking

2:00PM - 2:30pm

KEYNOTE SPEECH

2:30pm - 3:30PM

BREAKOUT SESSION: TALENT & WORKFORCE
“Skills for the Next LA Economy”

In the face of the AI revolution and a rapidly evolving talent landscape, what are the skills of the future that will be required in a global economy like Los Angeles? In seeking to answer this question, this discussion will explore the steps both businesses can take to shape their talent strategy, secure key talent, and support their workforce on the journey into the future.

BREAKOUT SESSION: SOFT LANDING
“Soft Landing: From Arrival to Integration”

How can your business find success in a megaregion like Los Angeles? Hear from market entry experts, government leaders, and business executives on what support structure are available to help your business become part of LA's global family.

BREAKOUT SESSION: LOCATION & SITE SELECTION
“Choosing the Right Location in the LA Metropolis”

With 88 different cities, 125 unincorporated areas, 10 million people and $1 trillion GDP within its boundaries, Los Angeles County has something for everyone, and someone from everywhere. Join this discussion to learn about the different parts of Los Angeles, and how to choose a new home for your business.

3:30PM–4:00pm

Networking & Coffee Break

4:00PM–5:00pm

CLOSING PLENARY SESSION - GLOBAL TRADE
“State of Play: Global Trade in 2026”

Los Angeles is a global trading nexus, with 40% of all U.S. container trade flowing through its ports. Select LA 2026's closing plenary panel will review the last year's volatility in the global trading landscape, how it has affected Los Angeles and its trading partners, and how the region is doubling down on its commitments to innovation, collaboration, and stability.

Cocktail Reception

5:00pm - 7:00PM

OPENING REMARKS