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SUMMARY:2026 Jim Manassero Fellowship Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 4 for the annual Jim Manassero Fellowship Luncheon\, held this year at Reservoir Farms in Salinas. \nThis special gathering celebrates the legacy of Jim Manassero (Class 1) and his enduring commitment to leadership\, innovation\, and the future of California agriculture. Each year\, the luncheon brings together alumni\, industry leaders\, and friends of the Foundation to honor Jim’s impact and invest in the next generation of agricultural leaders through the Jim Manassero Fellowship. \nAs part of this year’s event\, we will also recognize the legacy of Fred Hooker (Class 16)\, whose leadership and passion for agriculture helped strengthen our community and shape future leaders in the industry \nThis year’s program will feature Danny Bernstein\, CEO of Reservoir Farms. Danny brings a unique perspective shaped by leadership roles at Google and Microsoft\, as well as his work advancing agricultural innovation across California. He is a recognized voice on the role of technology in agriculture and has spoken nationally on the future of AgTech\, agricultural resilience\, and rural economic development. \nOur host venue\, Reservoir Farms\, is the world’s first on-farm robotics innovation center\, providing a space where growers\, researchers\, and AgTech entrepreneurs can collaborate to develop practical solutions for the challenges facing modern agriculture. By combining field-based research\, grower expertise\, and venture capital investment\, Reservoir is helping bring new technologies from concept to commercial adoption where they can make the greatest impact. \nWe look forward to gathering with the Ag Leadership community for an inspiring afternoon of conversation\, connection\, and a shared commitment to advancing the future of agriculture. \nTickets & Sponsorships \nSingle Luncheon Ticket – $65 \nPremier Sponsor – $1\,000\n-8 Luncheon Tickets\n-Sponsorship signage at event \nJames Ewart (49)\nAlumni Council Region 5 Director\n831-682-1235 / james.ewart@delicato.com \nAnna Nicholson\nAlumni Engagement and Events Manager\n530-574-1554 / anicholson@agleaders.org
LOCATION:Reservoir Farms\, 120 Monterey-Salinas Hwy\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
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SUMMARY:Region 6 Social
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow alumni for an evening of great company\, live music\, and local flavor! Enjoy food from a variety of food trucks and beverages from the no-host bar while reconnecting with friends and making new connections. Please click on Register Here to let us know you will be coming! \n+ No registration fee \n+ Live music! \n+ Food available for purchase \n+ No-host bar \nWe hope to see you there! \n  \nQuestions?  \nKristi Robinson | 559.614.8688 | kristirSF@gmail.com \n  \nAnna Nicholson\, Alumni Engagement and Events Manager at CALF \n530.574.1554 | anicholson@agleaders.org
LOCATION:Gazebo Gardens\, 3204 N Van Ness Blvd.\, Fresno\, CA\, 93704
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T173000
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SUMMARY:Dean Brown Winemaker Dinner
DESCRIPTION:This dinner benefits California Agricultural Leadership Foundation. \nDate: Friday\, November 13\, 2026 \nSchedule  \nSocial Hour at 5:30pm \nDinner at 6:45pm \nLocation: Guiseppe’s Cucina Italiana\, 891 Price St.\, Pismo Beach\, CA 93449 \nJoin us for a sumptuous five-course Italian menu with wine pairings presented by Brian Talley. \n\nClassic Italian Antipasti\nInsalata Giuseppe\nRavioli di Zucca\nChoice of Entrée: Chicken Piccata or Italian Beef slow-braised in Barolo with root vegetables\nGelati with Biscotti\n\nTickets: $250 per person \nContact Callie Ream to RSVP and purchase tickets: Callie@PacificCoastFarming.com
LOCATION:Guiseppe’s Cucina Italiana\, 891 Price St.\, Pismo Beach\, CA\, 93449
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Class 55 International Trip
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our December Virtual First Friday\, where we will hear from members of Class 55 as they share insights and lessons from their international experience. Fellows will reflect on global perspectives\, leadership growth\, and takeaways that will continue to shape their journeys beyond the program. Presenting fellows will be announced closer to the event. Stay tuned for details and plan to join us for a meaningful and inspiring conversation. \nClick Register Here in the sidebar to sign up now!
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SUMMARY:Social at the 2026 Almond Conference
DESCRIPTION:Heading to the 2026 Almond Conference? Join us for an Ag Leadership Social on December 8\, the perfect chance to reconnect and network! Alumni are encouraged to bring a prospective applicant for the program\, so feel free to bring a friend or colleague! \nPlease register online\, admission is free for the event! \nDate: Tuesday\, December 8\, 2026 \nTime: 5:30-7pm \nLocation: California Advocates Inc.\, 1112 11th Street\, Sacramento\, CA 95814 \nAbout Ag Leadership  \nThe California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF) is dedicated to cultivating leaders who have the vision and capacity to advance\, benefit\, and promote California’s agricultural\ncommunity. Since its founding in 1970\, more than 1\,500 fellows of the California Agricultural Leadership Program have become lifelong leaders\, serving as catalysts for a vibrant agricultural industry and making lasting contributions to their businesses\, communities\, and families. \nQuestions?  \nContact Anna Nicholson\, Alumni Engagement and Events Manager \n530-574-1554 OR anicholson@agleaders.org
LOCATION:California Advocates Inc.\, 1112 11th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States
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SUMMARY:Region 2 Wine Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the third annual Region 2 Wine Dinner\, a special evening of fine wine\, exquisite cuisine\, and philanthropy at the beautiful La Crema Winery – Richard’s Grove Pavilion. Don’t miss this amazing event. Register today! \nAll proceeds from the event will support Ag Leadership’s mission of “Growing leaders who make a difference.” \nDate: January 16\, 2027 \nSocial hour: 5-6pm \nDinner: 6:30-8:00pm \nWe look forward to raising a glass with you! \nTICKETS:\n$125 / per person\n$900 / table of eight \nSPONSORSHIPS:  \nPremier Sponsor $2\,500\n• Tickets: Table of eight.\n• At event: 2’ x 3’ posters on display. Name and logo on program. \nGold Sponsor $1\,000\n• Tickets: four tickets to event.\n• At event: Shared posters on display. Name and logo on program. \nSilver Sponsor $500\n• Tickets: Two tickets to event.\n• At event: Name and logo on program. \nCONTACT\nRocco Cunningham (50)\nAlumni Council Region 2 Director and Committee Chair\nrocco@integritytradingllc.com \n707-249-4749 \n– \nAnna Nicholson\nCALF Alumni Engagement and Event Manager\nanicholson@agleaders.org\n530-574-1554
LOCATION:La Crema Winery – Richard’s Grove Pavilion\, 3575 Slusser Road\, Windsor\, CA
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SUMMARY:2027 Colusa Farm Show Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative discussion at this year’s Colusa Farm Show Breakfast!  \nKeynote Speaker  \nJerry Brown P.E. \nExecutive Director for the Sites Reservoir Project \nMr. Brown brings 40 years of expertise in urban water systems\, founding Waterology Consulting in 2020. As Executive Director for the Sites Reservoir Project\, he leads a diverse team in developing this critical infrastructure. Previously\, he was General Manager of Contra Costa Water District for nearly a decade. Mr. Brown holds degrees in Mechanical and Civil Engineering\, as well as an MBA\, and is a registered engineer in California. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 3\, 2027 \nTime: 7am-9am \nLocation: Saint Bernadette’s Hall I 745 Ware Avenue I Colusa\, CA \nSponsorship Opportunities\n \n**NOTE: Sponsorships received after January 24 will not be included in printed materials.  \n\n$5\,000 Breakfast Sponsor (includes eight breakfast tickets\, promotional video during the program\, custom ad in the slideshow\, recognition in the program\, the option to hand out informational flyer\, and the option to hang a wall banner in the meeting room). **NOTE: only one Breakfast Sponsorship opportunity is available. \n$2\,500 Platinum Sponsor (includes ten breakfast tickets\, custom ad in the slideshow\, recognition in the program\, the option to hand out informational flyer\, and the option to hang a wall banner in the meeting room)\n$1\,500 Gold Sponsor (includes eight breakfast tickets\, recognition in the slideshow\, recognition in the program\, and the option to hang a wall banner in the meeting room)\n$1\,000 Silver Sponsor (includes six breakfast tickets\, recognition in the slideshow\, and recognition in the program)\n$500 Bronze Sponsor (includes four breakfast tickets\, recognition in the slideshow\, and recognition in the program)\n\nInterested in donating a raffle item? Contact Anna Nicholson at anicholson@agleaders.org. \nSingle Breakfast Ticket: $75 \nRSVP by Jan. 24\, 2027 \nChecks payable to: California Ag Leadership Foundation (CALF)\nMail to: \nCalifornia Agricultural Leadership Foundation \n80 Garden Court\, Suite 270 \nMonterey\, CA 93940 \nQuestions?  \nAnna Nicholson\, Alumni Engagement and Events Manager at CALF | 530-574-1554 | anicholson@agleaders.org
LOCATION:Saint Bernadette’s Hall\, 745 Ware Avenue\, Colusa\, CA
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SUMMARY:World Ag Expo Breakfast VIP Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a VIP Reception the evening before the World Ag Expo Breakfast. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with fellow attendees and meet our breakfast keynote speaker\, George Dom\, who will be joining us for the event. Enjoy appetizers and beverages generously provided by J. Lohr Winery and AgWest Farm Credit. \nDate: February 10\, 2026 \nTime: 5:30 – 7:00 pm \nLocation: Chinese Cultural Center\, 500 S Akers Street\, Visalia\, CA 93277 \nQuestions?  \nBrian Gill (Class 50) | bgill@legacycropins.com \nAnna Nicholson\, Alumni Engagement & Events Manager at CALF | anicholson@agleaders.org | 530-574-1554
LOCATION:Chinese Cultural Center\, 500 S. Akers St.\, Visalia\, CA\, 93277
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SUMMARY:33rd Annual World Ag Expo Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:KEYNOTE SPEAKER: GEORGE DOM \n\nGeorge Dom is a former Navy strike-fighter pilot\, TOPGUN instructor\, Blue Angels flight leader\, and Carrier Air Wing Commander aboard USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and USS John F. Kennedy. During his Navy career\, he flew combat missions over Libya\, Iraq\, and Bosnia. His awards include two Legions of Merit\, the Distinguished Flying Cross with Combat Valor\, several Air Medals\, and other individual and unit awards. His final military assignment was in the Pentagon on the staff of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs\, coordinating strategic military planning and policy development. \nToday he is a sought-after leadership consultant and keynote speaker who teaches leaders how to build high-trust cultures\, drive strategic clarity\, and unlock peak personal performance. His engaging presentations inspire audiences to lead authentically and achieve lasting significance. \n\nSCHEDULE\n6:30 a.m. – Doors open\n7:00 a.m. – Breakfast begins \nCOST & OPTIONS FOR PURCHASING TABLES/TICKETS \nIndividual Ticket / $125 \nTable for Eight / $900 \n**The deadline for program recognition is February 4\, 2027** \nLOCATION\nVIP Tent / South at the International Agri-Center\n4500 South Laspina\, Tulare \nThe VIP Breakfast Tent is located on the Southeast corner of the World Ag Expo grounds. Please enter through Gate 16 to access the tent. \nAccess a map here for your convenience \nPARKING\nOpen parking in the dirt lot next to Gate 16. \nSPONSORS\nGallagher leads the effort to coordinate insurance partner sponsorships and is a steadfast and longtime supporter of the breakfast. Insurance partners may contact them to purchase a sponsorship. \nSPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR\nRichard L. Nunes Jr.\n(559) 280-8258\nRichard_Nunes@ajg.com \nDiamond / $25\,000 \nPlatinum / $20\,000 \nGold / $15\,000 \nSilver / $10\,000 \nBronze / $5\,000
LOCATION:International Agri-Center\, 4500 S. Laspina St.\, Tulare\, CA
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SUMMARY:2027 Common Threads Central Valley
DESCRIPTION:Common Threads 31st Annual Nominations Are Open! \nThe Common Threads Committee is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 31st Annual Common Threads Awards\, honoring women in agriculture. The Common Threads Award recognizes women with past or present roots in agriculture who have made remarkable and visible contributions to both the agricultural industry and their communities. Each year\, recipients are selected from submitted nominations in recognition of their lasting impact through their careers\, service\, time\, talent\, or treasure. \nHonorees will be recognized at a luncheon on Wednesday\, March 10\, 2027\, at C.P.D.E.S. Hall\, 172 West Jefferson Ave.\, Fresno\, CA. Tickets and Sponsorships will be available once recipients are selected in mid-December. \nCompleted nomination packets\, including a cover letter\, must be received by the California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF) office no later than midnight on Tuesday\, December 1\, 2027. \nAttention: Mia Mirassou\nCALF\n80 Garden Ct.\, Suite 270\, Monterey\, CA 93940\nEmail: mmirassou@agleaders.org\nPhone: 831-585-1030 \n2027 Nomination Packet \n  \n  \n  \n 
LOCATION:C.P.D.E.S Portuguese Hall\, 172 W Jefferson Ave.\, Fresno\, CA
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