Summit by the Sea

Summit by the Sea is the the Central Coast’s premier gathering of technology and business leaders at the stunning Ventana Grill on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

Wed, Feb. 25th 2026
8:30am - 10:30am (Registration opens at 8AM)
Ventana Grill, Pismo Beach
$35 per person (includes breakfast)

🎯 Important! This is not a free event. While you can RSVP on meetup (optional), pre-registration is required and available at https://softec.org/summit/.

Summit by the Sea brings together the region’s most influential decision-makers, innovators, and entrepreneurs for connection, recognition, and new opportunities aka “SOFTEC moments.” This annual event celebrates the leaders who drive our local economy forward while creating meaningful opportunities to engage with the community that shapes our region’s future.

You’ll get the opportunity to mingle with CEOs from regional roundtables, members of Softec’s Entrepreneur & Technologist Community, and our valued sponsors who make this event possible. Whether you’re looking to forge new partnerships, celebrate collective achievements, or simply be part of the conversation shaping the Central Coast’s business landscape, this is where you need to be.

Join us as we gather to honor the people and projects shaping innovation along the Central Coast. We'll introduce the Dumouchel Award—a new legacy recognition honoring the spirit and leadership of our late president, Bob Dumouchel.

It's an opportunity to connect with fellow innovators, share stories that inspire, and help shape SOFTEC's vision for 2026.

Whether you're a longtime member, community partner, or supporter of the Central Coast tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem, we hope you'll join us for this special morning by the sea.