Local Legacies: 25+ Years of Business Wisdom

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June 5, 2025
5:30–7:30 PM
1100 Valencia St.
San Francisco, CA 94110

Local Legacies: 25+ Years of Business Wisdom

Legacy businesses are the soul of the Mission. Join us for a panel featuring longtime owners, including the director of SF Carnaval, as they share what it takes to build, grow, and stay rooted. Stay after for food, drinks, and hands-on time with new Square hardware.

Partner: SF Carnaval

Moderator: Vas Kiniris, San Francisco Small Business Advocate

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Celebrate the businesses that shape our neighborhood.

Open for business in the Mission

May 29, 5:30–7:30 PM

Hear real stories and tips on what it takes to launch locally.

Local Legacies: Small Business Stories

June 5, 5:30–7:30 PM

Learn how longtime Mission businesses got their start and grew.

Neighborhood Night: Heart of the Block

June 10, 6-9 PM

Meet up. Wind down. Open new doors.

At the table with local restauranteurs

June 12, 5:30–7:30 PM

See how the industry is shifting, straight from the source.

Booked & Busy: Mastering Local Marketing

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Get expert advice on promoting your retail or bookings business.

Merch Masterclass: Create New Revenue Paths

June 17, 6-8:30 PM

Learn how to turn your business into a recognizable brand.

AI for Everyday Business

June 18, 6-8:30 PM

Discover practical ways to save time with AI.

Aperitivo hour with Best Friends, Montesacro & OpenTable

June 20, 5:00-8:30 PM

Enjoy dinner with Square, OpenTable, and Albany’s finest wine.

Neighborhood Night: Restaurants

June 23, 6-9 PM

Come together with other tastemakers of the Bay.

Rooted in the Mission: Stories of Heritage

June 26, 5:30–7:30 PM

Celebrate the immigrant voices that built our neighborhood.

Sysco x Square: From Supply to Service

(Invite only)

June 30, 4-7 PM

Meet the partners powering your operations.

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