Sacramento Metro Chamber Announces Impressive

Guest Speaker Line-Up and Availability of Season Tickets for the 2026-27 Sacramento Speakers Series™ 

Speakers Series Guests Can Look Forward to Compelling Insight and Storytelling on Topics that Include Politics, Religion & Thought Leadership 

SACRAMENTO, CA – The Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce an impressive speaker line-up for the 2026-27 Sacramento Speakers Series that brings remarkable speakers and thought leaders to the Capital City. Led by the Sacramento Metro Chamber and presented by Sutter Health – in partnership with KCRA 3, My58 and KFBK News Radio – season tickets are now available to the public for the series that kicks off on September 30, 2026, at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center. A celebrated tradition more than two decades strong, the Speakers Series was founded in 2004 and acquired by the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce in 2025. The series has become a cornerstone of civic dialogue, featuring diverse and influential voices that provide invaluable insight to audiences eager to broaden their perspectives and deepen their understanding.

"This season's Speakers Series lineup reflects our commitment to bringing influential leaders, fresh perspectives, and meaningful conversations to the Capital Region," said Robert Heidt, President & CEO of the Sacramento Metro Chamber. "We are honored to continue building on the legacy of this premier program by welcoming an exceptional group of speakers who will inspire new ideas, challenge perspectives, and spark meaningful dialogue. As we continue to elevate the attendee experience, we look forward to bringing our community together for another memorable season."

2026-27 Sacramento Speakers Series Line-Up 

• September 30, 2026 – Monica Lewinsky, activist, writer, producer, global public speaker, and contributing editor to Vanity Fair
• October 28, 2026 – Former U.S. Representative Liz Cheney, who served for Wyoming's at-large congressional district from 2017 to 2023
• January 27, 2027 – Amy Webb, widely recognized as the global authority who transformed the practice of strategic foresight into a rigorous, data-driven discipline
• February 17, 2027 – Secretary of Defense General James Mattis, USMC (Ret.), dedicated patriot, intellectual, and strategist
• March 24, 2027 – Emmanuel Acho, former FOX sports analyst and modern thought leader
• April 28, 2027 – Father Greg Boyle, ordained a priest in 1984, community activist best known as "Father Greg"

The Series includes an important educational component to help foster the next generation of leaders – the Share the Vision program – that is generously supported by the California State Library Foundation. The program provides local high school students with unique access to speakers through exclusive pre-event receptions and complimentary admission.

Capacity is limited for the 2026-27 Sacramento Speakers Series. For more information and to purchase season tickets to Sacramento Speakers Series, please visit www.sacramentospeakers.com. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for the 2026-27 season, with more information available by emailing Joshua Vavao at  jvavao@metrochamber.org. More information about the Sacramento Metro Chamber is available at www.metrochamber.com.

About Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce

The Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce leads with a collective voice that brings members together for business to prosper by providing opportunity, service, and solutions for a thriving regional economy. Established in 1895, the Metro Chamber is the largest, most prominent, and established voice for business representing members and their workforce in El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba counties. The Metro Chamber provides businesses and individuals with the programs, services and advocacy needed to build vibrant communities, a ready workforce, connected region and strong business. For more information, please visit www.metrochamber.org. 

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2026-27 Speakers – Short Biographies

Monica Lewinsky 

Monica Lewinsky is an activist, writer, producer, public speaker, and contributing editor to Vanity Fair. Through her award-winning podcast, Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky, she explores themes of identity, resilience, and personal growth. A leading voice on public shaming, cyberbullying, and digital culture, Lewinsky has transformed her personal experiences into influential advocacy and storytelling. Her production credits include The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, Impeachment: American Crime Story, and 15 Minutes of Shame. Her TED Talk, “The Price of Shame,” has garnered more than 22 million views worldwide.

Liz Cheney

Liz Cheney served as the U.S. Representative for Wyoming from 2017 to 2023, including as Chair of the House Republican Conference and Vice Chair of the House Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. A national security and foreign policy expert, she previously served in senior roles at the U.S. Department of State and worked internationally with USAID and the International Finance Corporation. Cheney is the bestselling author of Oath and Honor and co-author of Exceptional: Why the World Needs a Powerful America. In 2022, she received the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in recognition of her defense of democracy.

Amy Webb

Amy Webb is widely recognized as the global authority who transformed the practice of strategic foresight into a rigorous, data-driven discipline. She established foundational methodologies now used to anticipate disruption, shape long-term strategy, and drive sustainable growth amid accelerating change. As Founder and CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group (FTSG), Amy created the world’s first foresight tools grounded in quantitative modeling.

Her and her team advise a significant portion of the Fortune 100, as well as boards, CEOs, governments and global institutions. She is also a cultural advisor to major studios, helping shape how the world understands plausible futures of technology, business, and society.

James Mattis

One of the preeminent leaders of his generation, Gen. James Mattis spent nearly 50 years in service to his country. During his 44 years in the Marines, he rose from an 18-year-old reservist to four-star general, capping his military career as head of U.S. Central Command, directing operations of more than 250,000 forces across the Middle East. A veteran of three wars, he served as the 26th Secretary of Defense, earning near-unanimous bipartisan support. Renowned as a rare combination of scholar and strategist, he offers insightful lessons in leadership with a deep focus on empowering individuals.

Emmanuel Acho 

Emmanuel Acho is the creator and host of not only the Emmy Award-winning series Uncomfortable Conversations with Emmanuel Acho but also the groundbreaking sports platform Speakeasy, one of the fastest-growing sports shows of the year. Through candid conversations on race, identity, leadership, and culture, he has reached millions worldwide. Acho is also the author of several New York Times bestsellers, including Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew, and Illogical: Saying Yes to a Life Without Limits. A former FOX Sports host and NFL player, he is also a Forbes “30 Under 30” honoree.

Father Greg Boyle 

Father Gregory Boyle is a Jesuit priest and the founder of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, the world’s largest gang intervention, rehabilitation, and re-entry program. Founded in 1988, Homeboy Industries provides job training, support services, and opportunities for thousands of formerly gang-involved individuals each year. A nationally recognized advocate for compassion and restorative justice, Father Boyle is the bestselling author of Tattoos on the Heart, Barking to the Choir, The Whole Language, and Forgive Everyone Everything. In 2024, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor.