SBA Programs and Policy Updates: A San Diego Event Worth Your Lunch Hour
San Diego business owners have a rare chance next week to hear about SBA programs, resources, and policy updates straight from local SBA leadership.
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the San Diego Post of the Society of American Military Engineers is hosting its October Luncheon at Admiral Baker Golf Course. The featured speaker is Katie Clark, District Director for the U.S. Small Business Administration. Her presentation is titled Partnering for Success: SBA Programs, Resources and Policy Updates.
If you’ve ever wondered what the SBA actually offers beyond loans, this is a good room to be in.
Why This Event Is Worth Your Time
Most business owners only think about the SBA when they need money. That’s a narrow view.
The SBA’s San Diego District Office also helps with business counseling and federal contracting certifications. For any company that sells to the government or wants to, that second piece alone can be worth the trip.
And the timing matters. The SBA’s newest lending rulebook, SOP 50 10 8.1, took effect on October 1, 2026. It changed how SBA loans work for anyone buying a business, with stricter down payment rules, a tougher cash flow test, and new ownership requirements. The organizer hasn’t said which policy updates the talk will cover, so don’t expect a deep dive on any one rule. But if you have questions about where the SBA is headed, this is a direct line to ask.
You can read our full breakdown of those changes here: https://smallbusinesslendingsource.com/sba-sop-50-10-8-1-acquisition-rules/
Questions to Bring With You
Go in with a plan and you’ll walk out with more than a lunch. A few questions worth asking:
Which SBA resources fit where my business is right now?
Where can I get help preparing for a financing application?
Are there recent policy changes that could affect my plans for the next year?
Who in the local office should I follow up with?
These are suggested questions, not the official agenda.
Event Details
Event: SAME San Diego October Luncheon
Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Admiral Baker Golf Course, San Diego
Speaker: Katie Clark, SBA District Director
Topic: Partnering for Success: SBA Programs, Resources and Policy Updates
Registration is through the organizer’s event page: https://www.same.org/event/october-luncheon/
Thinking About Financing for Your Business?
Learning what the SBA offers is a smart first step. Knowing how financing fits your actual plans is the next one.
Whether you’re expanding, buying equipment, acquiring a business, or making another big move, the right structure matters as much as the approval. Send me the basics and I’ll tell you what I see, including when a deal doesn’t make sense yet.
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