The Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago is proud to help spread the word about an incredible opportunity for entrepreneurs and small business owners: Walmart’s Road to Open Call, hosted by National ACE (National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce & Entrepreneurship) in Los Angeles on April 9, 2026.
If you make, grow, or assemble a product in the United States and it’s shelf-ready, this event was designed for you.
What Is Walmart’s Road to Open Call?
Road to Open Call is a pre-event initiative that serves as a direct pathway to Walmart’s larger annual Open Call — one of the most high-profile supplier discovery events in the country. This Los Angeles edition, hosted by National ACE, gives selected entrepreneurs an exclusive chance to pitch their Made in the USA, shelf-ready products directly to a Walmart sourcing representative.
Here’s what selected participants can expect:
- 30 applicants will be selected to pitch in Los Angeles on April 9, 2026
- Expert coaching and insights on scaling your product business
- Direct face time with a Walmart sourcing representative
- Top-qualifying products may receive a Fast Pass for Walmart’s 2026 Open Call
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is specifically for product-based businesses. To be eligible, your product must be:
- Made, grown, or assembled in the United States
- Shelf-ready (packaged and retail-ready)
- In an eligible product category (services are not accepted)
Full eligibility requirements can be found on the application page at nationalace.org.
How to Apply
Applications are open on a rolling basis and will close on March 20, 2026. Apply directly through the National ACE website:
For questions, contact National ACE directly at info@nationalace.org.
