2026 Saturday Agenda (Tentative)

May 16, 2026

8:00 am | Opening Remarks

Bartko Pavia LLP
1100 Sansome Street
San Francisco, CA

8:15 – 9:45 am | Fireside Chat with Dean Chemerinsky and Professor Thai

Michael Nguyen

NCVAA President

An Nguyen Ruda

Co-Managing Partner, Bartko Pavia LLP

Professor Joseph Thai

Dean Erwin Chemerinsky


9:45 – 10:00 am | Buses Load for Optional Excursion to

Napa Wine Country

Bartko Pavia LLP
1100 Sansome Street
San Francisco, CA

11:00 - 11:30 am | Arrival

Đồi Đá (Doi Da) Wine Estate
1373 Soda Canyon Road
Napa, CA

11:30 am - 12:00 pm | Walk to Estate, Introduction

Learn more about the Doi Da Winery!

Cuong Pham


12:00 – 1:30 pm | Tour of Vineyard, Wine tasting, Mingling

Set in the heart of Napa Valley, our Lunch Presentation at Đồi Đá (Doi Da) Wine Estate offers a uniquely intimate and inspiring experience that blends culture, craftsmanship, and conversation. Founded by Cuong Pham, the visionary entrepreneur behind Red Boat Fish Sauce, Đồi Đá is a new chapter in a remarkable story—one that bridges Vietnamese heritage with California’s legendary wine tradition. Together with Nova Cadamatre, Master of Wine, Cuong has created a vineyard that embodies precision, passion, and the deep respect for terroir that unites both fine wine and artisanal fish sauce.

Guests will begin the afternoon with a guided tour through the estate’s scenic vineyards, taking in the volcanic landscapes that shape Đồi Đá’s elegant, limited-production Cabernet Sauvignon. During a relaxed farm-to-table lunch surrounded by Napa’s rolling hills, Cuong will reflect on his journey from engineer to master craftsman, discussing the intersections of U.S. trade, global entrepreneurship, and Vietnamese innovation. His story reveals not just lessons in business success, but also enduring values—resilience, integrity, and the courage to build across cultures.

This lunch is more than a meal—it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and the way shared dedication to quality can transcend disciplines and borders. Join fellow Vietnamese American attorneys, thought leaders, and friends for a moment of connection and inspiration in one of California’s most beautiful settings.

Event Details:
Location: Đồi Đá Wine Estate, 1373 Soda Canyon Road, Napa, CA
Time: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Optional Excursion Fee: Estimated $65 per person (includes transportation, tasting, and lunch)

Reserve your seat early for this unforgettable lunch experience in Napa Valley—where bold ideas, meaningful conversation, and exquisite wine come together under one roof.

4:00 – 4:30pm | Arrive back in SF


10:00 – 5:00 pm | Choose Your Own Adventure in San Francisco

Stay in the city and turn your free afternoon into a choose-your-own-adventure through San Francisco’s most iconic neighborhoods and cultural landmarks. Whether you’re drawn to world-class museums, sweeping bay views, or historic islands, you can mix and match to create the experience that fits your mood.

Start in Golden Gate Park with a visit to the California Academy of Sciences or the de Young Museum, then head downtown to explore cutting-edge art at SFMOMA. Prefer the waterfront? Stroll the Embarcadero, sample local flavors at the Ferry Building, watch the sea lions at Pier 39, and wander over to the hands-on Exploratorium for mind-bending science fun.

If you’re up for an adventure on the bay, book a ferry to Alcatraz or Angel Island for powerful history and panoramic views—or take a Tiburon–San Francisco ferry or bay cruise between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to soak in the skyline and bridges from the water. Sports fans can cap the day with baseball at Oracle Park, while shoppers and people-watchers head to Union Square for a classic downtown scene.

For those who want to lean into innovation, sign up for a free Rivian experience, then walk or bike across the Golden Gate Bridge for unforgettable photos and fresh Pacific air. However you design it, this DIY excursion lets you experience San Francisco on your terms—at your pace, with your people, in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

6:30 pm | Happy Hour + Gala

Hyatt Regency
5 Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA

Hyatt Regency Embarcadero

Trailblazer Award

Cornerstone Award

Lifetime Achievement Award

Gala Keynote Speaker

Community Grant Recipient