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March 6–7, 2026
Power Your Purpose
The Future of Caregiving
Innovation, Inclusion, Impact
March 6–7, 2026
CORE, 3rd Floor, CSUEB
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Join us as we bring together Bay Area industry leaders, innovators, and CSUEB alumni to promote collaboration across sectors and generations, elevating caregiving as a strategic leadership and business priority.
Meet Our Speakers
Featured Keynote Speakers
Learn from visionary leaders shaping the future of caregiving in the Bay Area and beyond
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Vanessa Valerio, MSG RN, CMC, CHC
Vanessa Valerio, MSG RN, CMC, CHC
Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Care Indeed
Leading healthcare innovation with over two decades of experience in eldercare and family support across the San Francisco Bay Area, bringing practical wisdom to caregiving solutions.
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Deka Dike
CSUEB Alumna & Founder of Omatochi
Transforming caregiving through entrepreneurship and innovation in Hayward and the East Bay, bridging community needs with sustainable business solutions.
Day 1 - Student Showcase
CSUEB students present innovative research, data-driven projects, and prototype demonstrations focused on caregiving solutions.
Day 2 - Forum Speakers & Networking
Industry leaders, keynote speakers, and expert panels share insights on financial planning, disability justice, and the business of care.
The Goal
Elevate Caregiving as a Strategic Priority
Care is not just a private duty, it's public infrastructure. In today's evolving world, caregiving is not just a personal responsibility, it's a foundational economic driver. This two-day forum at California State University, East Bay in Hayward explores caregiving across three vital domains: elder care, childcare, and care for individuals with disabilities.
Additional Sessions
Expert-Led Sessions
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Leona Tang
Co-Founder, Finanli
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Care Across the Lifespan: Financial Planning for Care Across the Ages
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Maureen Goode
from Goode Cents
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When the Child Becomes the Parent: Navigating Elder Care and Financial Management
Special Joint Session
With the Center for Disability Justice
Caregiving for People with Disabilities: Centering Equity and Dignity
Join us for an important panel discussion exploring the intersection of disability justice and caregiving. This collaborative session brings together experts, advocates, and caregivers to discuss best practices for providing dignified, equitable care for people with disabilities.
Panel & Roundtable Format
Student Innovation Showcases
Witness the next generation of care innovation
WIL Data Summit: Oscar Projects
CSUEB students present cutting-edge data-driven research on caregiving innovation. Discover how data analytics is transforming the future of care delivery and outcomes.
Data-Driven Research
Hackathon: Caregiver Tools
Finalist teams from Computer Science and the Smith Center showcase innovative prototypes designed to empower caregivers with better tools and technology.
Prototype Presentations
Closing Reflections & Next Steps
Join us for the finale session as we highlight key insights from the forum, recognize outstanding contributions, and unveil a bold vision for the future of caregiving and leadership at CSUEB and beyond.
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Event Location in Hayward, CA
Join us at California State University, East Bay's beautiful campus in Hayward
Venue Details
CORE Building, 3rd Floor
California State University, East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Blvd
Hayward, CA 94542
Serving the Bay Area
Easily accessible from San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Fremont, and throughout Alameda County. The CSUEB Hayward campus is conveniently located near major Bay Area highways and BART stations.
Free Parking Available
Be Part of the Future of Care
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