San Jose Chamber Gathers Silicon Valley Leaders on AI's Economic Impact; Celebrates 150 Years of Business and Community Service

Photo Caption: The Normandin Family

Editor-in-Chief: Rick Gibson

Publisher & CEO: Christopher Luna

On February 26, 2026, the San Jose Chamber of Commerce convened a sold-out Leaders & Legacy Dinner, bringing together top executives, public officials, and community leaders shaping Silicon Valley’s future. The evening spotlighted the region’s responsibility to lead in an era defined by rapid AI advancement and economic transformation. 

Through a forward-looking fireside chat with Francine Katsoudas (Cisco) and Casey Newton (Hard Fork) and recognition of longstanding civic leadership – honoring the Normandin Family for 150 years in business in San Jose, the event underscored the importance of cross-sector collaboration to ensure innovation translates into broad-based opportunity. At a time when California’s global competitiveness depends on both technological leadership and inclusive growth, San Jose’s business and civic community demonstrated how local leadership can drive statewide impact — grounded in legacy, but focused firmly on the future.

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