T&Y Market has been named the City of Sacramento Office of Innovation and Economic Development’s Small Business of the Year, according to an April 10 announcement. The North Sacramento business is being recognized for its longevity, community impact, and ongoing innovation.
The award will be presented at the Capital Region Small Business Awards on May 6 at the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium. The event will include a luncheon, awards ceremony, and business expo as part of Capital Region Small Business Week and National Small Business Week.
“Small businesses are essential to Sacramento’s economic vitality and to the vibrancy of our neighborhoods,” said Maraskeshia Smith, Sacramento City Manager. “We are proud to partner in this year’s Capital Region Small Business Awards to recognize the entrepreneurs and innovators who are driving growth, creating jobs and shaping the future of our region. Their impact is felt across our community, and we remain committed to supporting their continued success.”
The event is open to the public with tickets available online. It is hosted in partnership with several organizations including the Sacramento County Office of Economic Development, U.S. Small Business Administration, and California State Treasurer’s Office.
Julie Lynhiavue, CEO of T&Y Market, said: “T&Y Market is honored to be awarded by the City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development, an achievement made possible by the amazing support of our community, customers and dedicated team. This recognition celebrates our love for international grocery foods and we are so grateful to have served the community we call home for the past 30 years and counting!”
Located on Norwood Avenue in North Sacramento for over three decades, T&Y Market offers a wide range of international grocery items while supporting local communities such as Hmong residents in addition to contributing economically as a neighborhood anchor. According to city staff from the Office of Innovation and Economic Development who selected T&Y Market through a competitive evaluation process based on growth, innovation, community impact, and engagement with city resources.
Beyond its economic role in North Sacramento’s vitality—particularly among youth—T&Y Market supports local families through events tied with Las Palmas Elementary School among other partnerships.
