Time is running out to register for the Annual Business Awards, Trade Show & Luncheon on September 24

Join fellow business and community leaders for networking, lunch, Keynote Speaker Patrick Klinger, and the live announcement of our 2026 award winners.

Rising Star Award Finalists 

• Andrew Hoffman – Neighbors Inc.
• Ashley Andres – Town Square Television
• Michelle Kniess – Mosaic Family Law & Mediation
• Amy Countryman – Inver Hills Community College

Forrest Glewwe Vision of Excellence Award Finalists 

• Ann Bailey – DARTS
• Dan Reece – Waterous
• Tony Scales – City of Inver Grove Heights
• Kari Rihm – Rihm Kenworth

Small Business of the Year Finalists 

• Cuppa More Pages Coffeehouse & Book Exchange
• Limitless Chiropractic
• Nowhere Entertainment
• Mi Familia Child Care Center

Large Business of the Year Finalists 

• Sovran Inc.
• Waterous Company
• Rihm Kenworth
• Inver Grove Ford

Congratulations to all of our finalists! Their dedication, leadership, innovation, and commitment to excellence help strengthen our business community and make it a great place to live and work.

Who will take home the awards? Join us on September 24 to find out!

When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
Location: Southview Country Club
Cost: $55 per person – access to Trade Show, Luncheon and Program

Registrations close on Friday, September 11 at 12 noon. 

Available Sponsorships Remaining:

Platinum Sponsor – $1000

Tradeshow; Dessert and Entertainment Sponsors – $500 Each

Supporting Sponsor – $250

Contact Bob Ruhland for more details and to secure your sponsorship, bob@riverheights.com.

Let’s Do Lunch 
Join the River Heights Chamber for casual networking at A&W in Inver Grove Heights! Enjoy great conversation and connect with fellow members.

 Chamber members are welcome to bring a guest.
🍽 Everyone is responsible for their own lunch.

Ribbon Cutting – Two Rivers Acupuncture, Yoga & Sound Healing
 5300 South Robert Trail, Ste 700, Inver Grove Hts, MN
 Friday, September 11 | 9:00 AM
 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 9:00 AM

The River Heights Chamber of Commerce is excited to partner with the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce and CareerForce of Dakota & Scott Counties for a special joint Coffee Break!

Join us for a refreshing morning with fellow Chamber members from across the region. This is an easy, energizing hour designed for great conversation, shared stories, and meaningful connections. Enjoy some coffee and light snacks while getting to know other local business owners and professionals, learning more about what they do, and discovering ways we can collaborate and support one another.