GABA Gala 2026
MAY 15th 2026
6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Dominic’s Oyster Point, South San Francisco
GABA Award of Excellence
We are delighted to announce that the 2026 GABA Award of Excellence will be presented to Prof. Dr. h.c. Carsten Maschmeyer, in recognition of his remarkable achievements as a transatlantic entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and author.
Besides his successful enterprises, Carsten Maschmeyer is a longstanding investor in the German version of the TV show Shark Tank – “Die Höhle der Löwen” – and the bestselling author of five books. Find out more about Carsten Maschmeyer here.
About the Gala
The GABA Gala is the premier annual gathering of the German-American business community in the Bay Area, bringing together leaders, innovators, and professionals for an unforgettable evening. Each year, we honor outstanding individuals with the GABA Award of Excellence, recognizing their contributions to transatlantic business and innovation.
Join us on May 15, 2026, at Dominic’s at Oyster Point in South San Francisco for an elegant night of networking, celebration, and camaraderie in a festive atmosphere. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and be part of one of the most anticipated events of the year!
Take a look at the post about last year’s Gala on our GABA website to get an impression.
Get your ticket now!
March Madness Prices — Only until March 31 !!!
March Madness Deal GABA Member:Â $215
March Madness Deal Non-Member:Â $255
March Madness Deal 1-Year GABA Membership + Gala ticket:Â $330
Regular Prices (after March 31):
GABA Member: $235
Non-Member: $275
1-year GABA-Membership + Gala Ticket: $360
GABA Member Table-of-8 (at least 4 GABA members): $ 1,780 ($100 Discount)
Non-Member Table-of-8: $2,100 ($100 Discount)
Program
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Champagne Reception
7:00 – 7:15 PM
Welcome by the Executive Director
7:15 – 8:15 PM
Dinner
8:15 – 8:45 PM
GABA Achievement Award:
Prof. Dr. h.c. Carsten Maschmeyer
8:45 – 9:00 PM
Raffle
9:00 – 10:30 PM
Dessert and Party
10:30 PM
End of Gala
GABA Gala Sponsors
Venue
Dominic’s at Oyster Point
911 Marina Blvd
South San Francisco
CA 94080, United States
Enjoy the beautiful outdoors and location at Oyster Point!
Sponsoring the GABA Gala
Premier German-American Business Networking Event
Connect with 150+ senior executives and decision-makers from leading German and American companies
High-Impact Brand Visibility
Showcase your brand to key players in the German-American business ecosystem
Premium placement on event materials and GABA’s digital channels
Exceptional Team Experience
Host clients and team members at an outstanding festive networking event
Strategic Business Development
Network with C-level executives from companies like SAP, Zeiss, BMW, Deutsche Bank, leading Silicon Valley firms and emerging startups
Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunities
For further sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Jeannet Kiessling at
sponsorship@gaba-network.org.
Join the GABA Community
GABA Gala 2026
MAY 15th 2026
6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Dominic’s Oyster Point
South San Francisco
GABA Award of Excellence
We are delighted to announce that the 2026 GABA Award of Excellence will be presented to Prof. Dr. h.c. Carsten Maschmeyer, in recognition of his remarkable achievements as a transatlantic entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and author.
Besides his successful enterprises, Carsten Maschmeyer is a longstanding investor in the German version of the TV show Shark Tank – “Die Höhle der Löwen” – and the bestselling author of five books. Find out more about Carsten Maschmeyer here.
About the Gala
The GABA Gala is the premier annual gathering of the German-American business community in the Bay Area, bringing together leaders, innovators, and professionals for an unforgettable evening. Each year, we honor outstanding individuals with the GABA Award of Excellence, recognizing their contributions to transatlantic business and innovation.
Join us on May 15, 2026, at Dominic’s at Oyster Point in South San Francisco for an elegant night of networking, celebration, and camaraderie in a festive atmosphere. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and be part of one of the most anticipated events of the year!
Take a look at the post about last year’s Gala on our GABA website to get an impression.
Get your ticket now!
March Madness Prices — Only until March 31 !!!
GABA Member:Â $215
Non-Member:Â $255
1-Year GABA Membership
+ Gala ticket: $330
Regular Prices (after March 31):
GABA Member: $235
Non-Member: $275
1-year GABA-Membership
+ Gala Ticket: $360
GABA Member Table-of-8
(at least 4 GABA members):
$ 1,780 ($100 Discount)
Non-Member Table-of-8:
$2,100 ($100 Discount)
Program
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Champagne Reception
7:00 – 7:15 PM
Welcome by the Executive Director
7:15 – 8:15 PM
Dinner
8:15 – 8:45 PM
GABA Achievement Award:
Prof. Dr. h.c. Carsten Maschmeyer
8:45 – 9:00 PM
Raffle
9:00 – 10:30 PM
Dessert and Party
10:30 PM
End of Gala
GABA Gala Sponsors
Venue
Dominic’s at Oyster Point
911 Marina Blvd
South San Francisco
CA 94080, United States
Enjoy the beautiful outdoors and location at Oyster Point!
Sponsoring the GABA Gala
Premier German-American Business Networking Event
Connect with 150+ senior executives and decision-makers from leading German and American companies
High-Impact Brand Visibility
Showcase your brand to key players in the German-American business ecosystem
Premium placement on event materials and GABA’s digital channels
Exceptional Team Experience
Host clients and team members at an outstanding festive networking event
Strategic Business Development
Network with C-level executives from companies like SAP, Zeiss, BMW, Deutsche Bank, leading Silicon Valley firms and emerging startups
Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunities
For further sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to Jeannet Kiessling at sponsorship@gaba-network.org.
Join the GABA Community