Pay It Forward Luncheon Series

An interdisciplinary opportunity to connect with fellow students, faculty and our community.

Hosted by the Lyles Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the Pay It Forward Luncheon Series brings together Fresno State students and community business leaders. Each session is led by different business professionals to highlight a new, informative topic. These events explore in-depth issues and allow for impactful networking between Fresno State students and successful business professionals.

Pay It Forward luncheons are free and open to the public. Registration is required and space is limited.

 

From Fresno State to the State Assembly

Join us for Pay It Forward with Fresno State alum. David Tangipa, California State Assemblyman, District 8

David Tangipa was elected to the State Assembly District 8 in 2024 to advocate for Calaveras, Fresno, Inyo, Madera, Mariposa, Mono, and Tuolumne counties. Prior to being elected to the legislature, David worked in real estate and with Fresno County. David is a proud San Joaquin Valley native born in Sacramento, first-generation American and son of a veteran, and has lived his entire adult life in Fresno. He attended Fresno State earning a bachelor’s degree in political science and criminology, as well as a master’s in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing, and played tight end for the Bulldogs. As the youngest currently elected legislator, David serves at the Vice-Chair of the Budget Committee, as well as on Appropriations, Higher Education, Housing and Community Development, Human Services, and numerous sub-Committees.

We hope to see you there!

If you’ve attended our luncheons before, you already know these conversations are real, practical, and inspiring.

If you haven’t attended yet, this is the one to come to.

Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. — 1:30 p.m.
Location: California State University, Fresno
Lynda and Stewart Resnick Student Union 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Save the Dates

Don't miss what's ahead! Save the dates for these upcoming sessions.

November 12 – Jesse Peralez, Owner & President, Cooper Chase Construction

Past Events

Missed an event?

Catch all the highlights, inspiring talks and memorable moments from our past events on our YouTube channel.

Watch the full playlist here