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.




