WTS-LA: Small Business Speed Networking

Schedule

Wed Oct 22 2025 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-07:00

Location

Caltrans District 7 Headquarters | Los Angeles, CA

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Join WTS-LA's third annual Small Business Speed Networking Event with Caltrans, City of Pasadena, LA Metro, and Metrolink!
About this Event

Join us for a one-of-a-kind event designed to foster new relationships and teaming opportunities. Public sector speakers will provide updates on upcoming transportation procurement opportunities related to professional services and construction, followed by a speed networking event for primes and small businesses. A light breakfast will be provided.
Speakers include:
  • Kelly Lamare, Caltrans District 7, Deputy District Director, Division of Program/Project Management
  • Jenny Cristales-Cevallos, City of Pasadena, Deputy Director for Department of Transportation
  • Elke Campbell, LA Metro, Deputy Executive Officer of Diversity & Economic Opportunity Department
  • Joana Bould, Long Beach Transit, Manager of Procurement
  • Donald Mayes, Metrolink, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Liaison Officer

Primes include:

Small Businesses and Primes are encouraged to bring marketing and collateral materials to share at the speed networking event.


Wednesday, October 22, 2025

8:00 am - 10:30 am


Caltrans District 7 Headquarters, Conference Room 1.040

100 S Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012


Registration

Small Business: $25

WTS-LA Members: $40 (Not a Member? JOIN NOW!)

WTS Non-Members: $50

Public Sector: $25


Event Sponsorships Available
  • 1 Diamond Event Sponsor: $1000. Sponsorship includes a speaking opportunity at the event, company logo on event marketing announcements, and 2 tickets to the event. Specific to this event only. Please email a high-resolution jpeg of your company logo and sponsorship receipt to [email protected] and [email protected].

  • 2 Ruby Event Sponsor: $500 each. Sponsorship includes company logo on event announcements and 1 ticket to the event. Specific to this event only. Please email a high-resolution jpeg of your company logo and sponsorship receipt to [email protected] and [email protected].

  • 6 Emerald Event Sponsor (SBEs only): $250 each. Sponsorship includes company logo on event announcements and 1 ticket to the event. Specific to this event only. Please email a high-resolution jpeg of your company logo and sponsorship receipt to [email protected] and [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

If you have any questions about this event or how to register, please contact Melissa Holguin at [email protected]

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

A limited number of self-parking are available at the Caltrans Headquarters building: 100 S. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. You must register for the "Self-parking at Caltrans HQ" ticket type to reserve a parking space, otherwise Caltrans may turn you away. Carpooling is strongly encouraged because a limited number of parking spaces are available.

Additional self-parking is available at the Doubletree Hotel, 120 South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 at the hotel's daily/hourly rate.

The venue is also nearby the Pershing Square Metro stop.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You can either bring your printed ticket or display your ticket on your mobile device using the Eventbrite app.

What if I want to pay with a check?

If paying by check, please contact Ana Rios of HDR at (213)361-8921 or [email protected].

Will Corporate Partner vouchers be accepted for this event?

Corporate Partner vouchers will be accepted for this event for individual tickets (not event sponsorships). If you have any further questions about the Corporate Partner benefits or vouchers, please don't hesitate to contact WTS-LA Corporate Relations Chair Rebecca Hardy at [email protected].

What is the refund policy?

No refunds will be available for this event, but you may be eligible to transfer your registration to another WTS member. Please notify Melissa Holguin at [email protected] in advance if transferring your registration. We appreciate your support of the WTS-LA Small Business/EDI Program!

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Your registration/ticket is only transferrable to another WTS member. Please contact the WTS-LA Membership Chair at [email protected] for WTS membership questions.

Registration is closed, can I still register for the event?

Once registration is closed you will no longer be able to purchase tickets through the Eventbrite page. We may offer a limited number of walk-in tickets the day of the event, but we cannot guarantee that you will receive a walk-in ticket. All walk-in tickets are subject to a $25 late fee. For availability, contact Melissa Holguin at [email protected].

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Caltrans District 7 Headquarters, 100 South Main Street, Los Angeles, United States

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