For forty years, JA San Diego has inducted local leaders into the San Diego Business Hall of Fame in recognition of their commitment to uplifting their community through business, civic, and philanthropic excellence. As Lifetime Laureates, our Business Hall of Fame honorees serve as role models for our students.

The Business Hall of Fame is an annual fundraising event that supports JA’s mission in expanding access to opportunity and driving economic mobility outcomes for San Diego youth. We invite our attendees to participate in our Fund-Their-Future paddle raise and invest in the boundless potential of young people.

The 2026 class of Lifetime Laureates will be announced soon.

Join us for an inspirational evening as we celebrate the legacy and achievements of San Diego leaders and uplift the next generation of leaders.

For general event information, please contact Linda O’Connell at loconnell@jasandiego.org.

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jessica Woodyard at jwoodwyard@jasandiego.org.

Learn more about last year’s event and view our event photo gallery here.

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