Become a Sponsor

Make CGA a part of your marketing plan for the coming year. Whether you’re looking to reach grocery retailers, suppliers, or wholesalers, our community of engaged c-suite executives is the perfect, high-value audience for your marketing efforts.

Here’s a look at what we have in store for 2024! For more information, email Bailey Dayen or call (916) 448-3545.

Future Opportunities

CGA Strategic Conference

The most productive, well-attended gathering of California’s grocery community. This event brings together the top retail decision makers, who represent the broad spectrum of the state’s grocery industry to meet with leading supplier companies for a one-of-a-kind, business-building conference.

Board of Directors Meeting

The CGA Board meets three times a year to discuss issues impacting the industry and to review the Association’s work on behalf of the grocery community. Each meeting is available for sponsorship, which includes four passes to attend the board meeting’s breakfast, luncheon and open session. All sponsors also receive recognition in board meeting materials and signage is included.

Independent Operators Symposium

This annual retreat to Hawaii is designed for independent grocery company owners and their suppliers. Sponsor benefits include pre-event publicity, onsite recognition, opportunity to welcome attendees, brand/product integration and a registration discount.

Grocers Day at the Capitol

The CGA’s annual lobby day sends stakeholders from California’s grocery community to the State Capitol for a day of meetings with elected officials and staff. Sponsorship demonstrates support for protecting the industry from a policy perspective and include complimentary attendance, meetings with legislators and recognition in all event publicity.

Independent Grocers Golf Tournament

An annual double-course gathering of the independent grocery sector, this golf tournament provides a great opportunity to network with industry peers, develop new business relationships and have fun while enjoying a fantastic day of golf.

Hall of Achievement Dinner

Recognizing industry leaders for their outstanding service and dedication to the food industry, this annual banquet recognizes individuals for their accomplishments and pays honor to them. Ticket sales and dinner sponsorships also serve as the Foundation’s primary fundraising mechanism.

CGAEF Top Shot @ TopGolf

Turn a round of golf into a lifetime of learning. The Foundation’s Top Shot @ TopGolf tournament is your opportunity to tee up and network with industry peers while supporting the Foundation’s programs. Proceeds from both tournaments benefit the College Scholarship, Tuition Reimbursement and Industry Education programs.