The Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship in CSUSB’s Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration announced that U.S. Bank has joined the Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards as its exclusive Premier Sponsor for 2025. This marks the first time in the award program’s 23-year history that a single sponsor has been recognized at the highest level, underscoring the significance of the partnership.

Presented annually by Cal State San Bernardino, the Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards celebrates innovation, leadership and entrepreneurial achievement across Inland Southern California. U.S. Bank’s expanded sponsorship reflects its dedication to empowering business owners and fostering economic vitality. As Premier Sponsor, U.S. Bank will play a key partnership role in supporting the event’s expansion and reach.

“We are honored to have U.S. Bank expand its longstanding support of the Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards by becoming our exclusive Premier Sponsor in 2025,” said Mike Stull, director of the center and founder of the awards program. “This milestone partnership highlights the shared mission we have with U.S. Bank to champion and elevate entrepreneurs who are making a powerful impact in our region.”

“At U.S. Bank, we are deeply committed to empowering business owners and entrepreneurs with the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed,” said Hector Zatarain, senior vice president and business banking market manager at U.S. Bank. “Elevating our partnership with the Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship and the Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards is a natural extension of our efforts to uplift the spirit of innovation and economic growth in the Inland Empire and beyond.”

The 2025 Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards will be held on Nov. 18 at the Riverside Convention Center. Tickets and tables will be available beginning Oct. 10. For details, visit www.spiritawardsie.com.