Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce

What Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce does

The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (SAPCC) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit chamber of commerce founded in 1993 and headquartered in Sacramento, California, serving Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) small businesses, contractors, rural entrepreneurs, and veteran-owned firms across Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, and San Joaquin counties. Its purpose-built offerings include RSBUC (a procurement-readiness and certification program that prepares SEED vendors for utility and government contracts), the MBARK Program, the AAPI Night Market (a flagship community event drawing 4,000+ attendees), the Annual Internal Study Mission (now in its 17th year), Catalyst Leadership Program, and NextGen Empower U, supplemented by one-on-one technical assistance, certification support, and capital navigation.

SAPCC generates revenue across four streams: tiered membership dues ($249 to $5,000), event-driven ticket and vendor revenue, corporate sponsorships (anchored by SMUD and other Corporate Resource Suite partners), and grants from public and philanthropic sources including CalOSBA, Sierra Health Foundation, and the California Jobs First initiative. In 2022 the organization reported delivering technical assistance to 635 businesses and facilitating $507K in loans and grants (pass-through impact). Its go-to-market is community-rooted: program participation drives member acquisition, while the SMUD preferred-referral partnership and RSBUC pipeline direct material contract volume to member firms — in 2025, $97M in SMUD contracts (31% of eligible awards) flowed through this channel. Governance is led by Board Chair Henry Li and President & CEO Pat Fong Kushida.

Name

Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://sacasiancc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit founded in 1993 that serves AAPI small businesses, contractors, and rural entrepreneurs across four California counties via membership programs, technical assistance, events, and procurement-readiness initiatives anchored by an SMUD partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chamber of Commerce / Business Advocacy Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Business Associations (813910), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Economic Development & Business Licensing (Local) (BPAIACAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cultural Centers & Community Cultural Organizations (BPAGAHAD), Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies) (THAHACAA), Sponsorship, Exhibitor & Partnership Management Services (THAHACAK)

Keywords

• Chamber of commerce
• Small business advocacy
• AAPI business services
• Procurement readiness
• Business networking events

Headquarters

HQ city

Sacramento

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues in four tiers (Bronze $249, Silver $849, Gold $2,500, Platinum $5,000) based on business size. Includes automatic renewal program with credit card on file.
2. Corporate Membership: Corporate membership levels available with customized sponsorship benefits. Contact-based pricing for larger organizations.
3. Event Revenue: Revenue from signature events including AAPI Night Market tickets and vendor fees. Events also generate sponsorship revenue.
4. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors support chamber operations in exchange for visibility, networking access, and recognition through the Sponsor Concierge Program with seven touchpoints annually.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit membership organization that delivers business advocacy, capital and contract access, networking events, technical assistance, workforce development, and public policy representation for small businesses in the Sacramento region, with particular focus on the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Its portfolio includes tiered memberships, the Regional Small Business Utilization Center (RSBUC) procurement-readiness program, signature annual events, leadership development programs, and a Small Business Center providing one-on-one consulting.

Product overview

The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce operates as a multi-service small business support organization rather than a single product company. Its core portfolio consists of: (1) the Regional Small Business Utilization Center (RSBUC) and OpportunityLink platform for procurement readiness and contract matchmaking; (2) the Sacramento County MBARK Program for business attraction and retention; (3) Signature events including the annual AAPI Night Market and Internal Study Mission; (4) Workforce development programs including Catalyst Leadership Program and NextGen Empower U; (5) Business support services through the Small Business Center offering consulting, capital access, and contract opportunities; (6) Membership programs across four tiers (Bronze through Platinum); and (7) Public policy advocacy services. The Corporate Resource Suite provides access to partner tools from financial institutions and corporations. Together, these programs serve Sacramento's AAPI and small business community through training, networking, advocacy, and access to capital.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Regional Small Business Utilization Center (RSBUC): A structured pipeline program that prepares small and diverse businesses to compete for public procurement opportunities, operating across Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, and San Joaquin counties.
• AAPI Night Market
• Internal Study Mission
• MBARK Program
• Catalyst Leadership Program
• NextGen Empower U

Products and services

• Membership Programs (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) Four-tier annual membership program for small and mid-size businesses providing networking access, advocacy representation, business resources, marketing visibility, and event benefits scaled to the number of employees. Bronze $249/year (0-5 employees), Silver $849/year (6-25 employees), Gold $2,500/year (26-50 employees), Platinum $5,000/year (51+ employees). Corporate membership available with customized pricing.
• Regional Small Business Utilization Center (RSBUC) Structured four-step pipeline program (Recruit and Assess, Build Readiness, Connect to Opportunity, Support Through Execution) that prepares small and diverse contractors and subcontractors in construction, infrastructure, and clean energy to compete for public procurement opportunities across Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, and San Joaquin counties. Operates the OpportunityLink contract matchmaking platform.
• AAPI Night Market Annual community celebration held each May during AAPI Heritage Month, featuring 40+ AAPI food and retail vendors, live music, cultural performances, and community activations in downtown Sacramento. Draws over 4,000 attendees annually.
• Internal Study Mission Annual two-day immersive experience for community and business leaders featuring curated tours, panel discussions, and guest speakers on topics affecting the Sacramento region including food/agriculture, talent pipeline, regional projects, and civic assets.
• Sacramento County MBARK Program No-cost Business Attraction and Retention Kickstart program for Sacramento County small businesses impacted by COVID-19, providing technical assistance and business development support.
• Small Business Center
• Corporate Resource Suite Digital nexus connecting small businesses with partner resources including Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, Wells Fargo Works for Small Business, Chase minority entrepreneur programs, and U.S. Bank Business Essentials tools and training.
• Public Policy Advocacy
• Catalyst Leadership Program Leadership development program helping emerging leaders in the Sacramento region expand individual leadership and management skills, build industry relationships, and gain insight from established community leaders.
• NextGen Empower U Three-month program empowering the next generation of AAPI individuals through relationship building, communication, education and career development, and financial management skills.
• OpportunityLink Contract Matchmaking Platform Contract matchmaking platform connecting small businesses with public and private procurement opportunities, accessible through the Regional SBUC program across Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, and San Joaquin counties.

Quantifiable outcome

• 635 businesses received technical assistance in 2022
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional SBUC is supported in part by CalOSBA. Partnership focuses on business resiliency support and disaster preparedness resources through outsmartdisaster.calosba.ca.gov.
• Sierra Health FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough partnerships with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate, Sierra Health Foundation, and SMUD, the Regional SBUC prepares contractors and subcontractors to compete for public infrastructure and construction projects.
• Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRSBUC serves as preferred referral partner to SMUD, helping businesses connect to contracting opportunities through the SEED (Supplier Education and Economic Development) program. In 2025, SMUD awarded 31% of eligible contracts ($97 million) to SEED vendors. Partnership includes direct referrals, procurement guidance, and access to SEED incentives.
• CalAsian Chamber of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSacAsian Chamber leads efforts for Sacramento region as part of CalAsian Chamber network. Led California Jobs First efforts to engage Sacramento and Yolo County business community in accessing California's $600 million investment fund.
• Sacramento Economic Development Collaborative (SacEDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrassroots collaboration between fifteen partners representing Sacramento's urban aging corridors. Includes chambers of commerce and Property and Business Improvement District (PBID) organizations advocating for economic and environmental issues.
• Sacramento CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for MBARK Program (Business Attraction and Retention Kickstart) funded through American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funding. County's Office of Economic Development continues to provide support services.
• Five Star BanksupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor and partner providing small business financial resources and services to chamber members.
• Kaiser PermanentesupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor and partner providing health and wellness resources for chamber community.
• VerizonsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerThrough Corporate Resource Suite, Verizon offers Small Business Digital Ready online curriculum for marketing, finance, and pandemic recovery.
• Wells FargosupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerThrough Corporate Resource Suite, Wells Fargo Works for Small Business delivers resources, guidance, and services for financial success including knowledge building, capital access, and network expansion.
• ChasesupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerThrough Corporate Resource Suite, Chase supports minority entrepreneurs through accessible education, coaching, and banking solutions.
• U.S. BanksupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerThrough Corporate Resource Suite, U.S. Bank Business Essentials combines digital tools with personal support for business operations.
• UC Davis / UC Davis HealthsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner2026 sponsor and partner supporting chamber initiatives and workforce development programs.
• Crowe LLPsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor providing professional services support to chamber.
• SAFE Credit UnionsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor and partner providing financial education and community relations support.
• Sacramento KingssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting chamber events and community initiatives.
• Sky River Casino ResortsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor and partner supporting chamber initiatives.
• AARPsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner providing resources and engagement for mature workers and community members.
• City of SacramentosupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity partner supporting economic development initiatives through Sacramento Economic Development Collaborative.
• Thunder Valley Casino ResortsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting chamber community initiatives.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sacramento Economic Development Collaborative: Fifteen-partner grassroots collaboration in which SacAsian is a member organization, providing economic-development and PBID advocacy in Sacramento's aging corridors.
• California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Statewide ethnic/minority business chamber operating with a similar member-services, advocacy, and policy model targeted at a different ethnic community but the same SMB customer base.
• Black Chamber of Commerce of Sacramento: Ethnic-focused regional business chamber serving Sacramento's Black-owned small business community with advocacy, networking, and contracting support analogous in structure.
• CalAsian Chamber of Commerce: Statewide AAPI chamber of which SacAsian is a regional affiliate; operates OpportunityLink and coordinates California Jobs First, directly comparable mission and constituency.
• Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce: The dominant general-purpose business chamber in the Sacramento region, competing for the same corporate sponsors, members, and policy influence in the same geography.
• Asian Chamber of Commerce of San Francisco: AAPI chamber serving the San Francisco Bay Area with networking, advocacy, and small business support, comparable in structure and target member profile.
• Asian Business Association of Orange County: AAPI-focused regional business association serving Asian American small businesses in Orange County with advocacy, networking, and capital access programs similar in mission.

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce (USPAACC): National AAPI business chamber with procurement, contracting, and capital-access programs that mirror SacAsian's RSBUC and SEED-style initiatives at national scale.
• National ACE (Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship): National AAPI chamber federation advocating for AAPI business interests at the federal level, providing a higher-tier umbrella organization comparable in constituency.
• Greater Sacramento Urban League: Larger regional economic-empowerment nonprofit working on small business, workforce, and equity outcomes in the same Sacramento geography with overlapping mission.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/sacasiancc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sacramento-asian-pacific-chamber-of-commerce
• Instagraminstagram.com/sacasiancc
• Xx.com/SACCTEAM

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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