SYV Economic Summit 2026

We are honored to welcome Assemblymember Gregg Hart (37th District) as our keynote speaker for this prestigious gathering.

Check-in 2:30pm

The program will also feature an Economic Trends Panel comprised of influential leaders from across the Santa Ynez Valley region:

Starting at 3:00pm

• Randy Murphy – City Manager, City of Solvang
• Erika Flores – Executive Director, People Helping People
• Joan Hartmann – Third District County Supervisor, Santa Barbara County
• David Silva – Mayor, City of Buellton
• Scotte Wolfe – City Manager, City of Buellton
• Esther Bates – Executive Director, Santa Ynez Valley Foundation

Together, these distinguished speakers will share valuable insights and perspectives on key regional topics, including:

• Housing
• The State of Nonprofits
• Quality-of-Life Issues
• State Government & Community Impacts
• Downtown Solvang Business & BID Updates

Following the program, guests are warmly invited to remain for a special farewell reception — a time to connect with elected officials, community leaders, and fellow attendees.

Light bites and refreshments will be graciously served.

During this gathering, the Board of Directors and Staff for Tracy Beard in appreciation of her remarkable 10 years of leadership and service as CEO of the Solvang Chamber of Commerce.