The Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group held its ninth annual #GameChangers Awards on May 21, 2026, in San Ramon, recognizing innovative businesses across the region. - Danville's Blossom and Root Kitchen, a vegan restaurant, was honored.
- Pleasanton's Calyxo, maker of a non-surgical kidney stone removal device, was recognized. - Dublin's SavvyMoney, a credit-check software firm, and San Ramon's Pac-12 Studios also received awards.
- Livermore's Inertia, a fusion energy company, and Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley were among the honorees. Southwest Airlines COO Andrew Watterson delivered the keynote, highlighting the airline's operational improvements and growth.