The Conference on Business & Ethics is a much-anticipated event in Southern California that brings together faith-filled influential business, religious, academic and philanthropic leaders. In partnership with Farmers & Merchants Bank, The Orange Catholic Foundation has provided this forum for 23 years to inspire leaders to perform best ethical practices, both personally and professionally.
Get ready—our 2026 honorees, keynote speaker, guest panel and partnership opportunities will be revealed soon!
Event proceeds support Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Orange, School Tuition Assistance Endowment and The Orange Catholic Foundation.
The Bishop’s Award for Exemplary Business Integrity recognizes business leaders who demonstrate ethical practices, both personally and professionally. To qualify, one must: Be a successfully recognized businessperson in the community; Be a current or retired CEO, owner or high‐ranking executive for a company with many employees; Be dedicated to ethical business practices; Be a positive example of ethical practice in all aspects of his or her life; Have a well‐established record of ethical leadership qualities, including treating employees fairly; Be a practicing Catholic.
Farmers & Merchants Bank has graciously partnered with The Orange Catholic Foundation and supported the Conference on Business & Ethics as a Presenting Sponsor of the event and the Lifetime Achievement Award since 2012.The recipient of the award is an individual, couple, or organization who has made a significant contribution to the community within the Diocese of Orange.
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