A Look Back at the 107th Excellence in Business Awards
The Southern Oregon business community came together for an unforgettable evening at Rogue X for the Chamber’s 107th Annual Excellence in Business Awards. With more than 650 business leaders, entrepreneurs, community partners, and local professionals in attendance, the evening was about more than recognizing achievement. It was about celebrating the people, passion, and partnerships that make our community what it is.
This evening would not have been possible without the people who helped bring it to life. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Trish Glose, who served as our MC and guided the evening with warmth and professionalism. Thank you, Trish, for sharing your time and talent with us and helping make this celebration so meaningful. To our generous sponsors, thank you for believing in the mission of the Chamber and investing in the success of our regional business community. Your support makes it possible to create experiences that bring people together, celebrate local achievement, and strengthen the connections that help businesses thrive. We are grateful for your partnership and the confidence you place in this organization. To our incredible vendors and event partners, thank you for the countless details, long hours, creativity, and care that went into making the evening a success. From the atmosphere and décor to the food, entertainment, photography, and production, your work helped transform a room into a celebration. So much of what makes an event memorable happens behind the scenes, and we are deeply grateful for every contribution. To our Chamber members, award nominees, recipients, attendees, volunteers, and everyone who played a part, thank you for showing up for one another. Your participation is what gives this evening its meaning. Every connection made, every accomplishment celebrated, and every story shared reflects the strength of a community that continues to invest in its people and its future. And to this year’s award recipients, congratulations. Your achievements deserve to be celebrated, not only for what you have accomplished, but for the impact you make on the people around you and the community we call home. At the Chamber, we are reminded every day that a thriving business community is built by people who believe in one another.
2026 AWARD WINNERS:
FIRST CITIZEN: DEE ANNE EVERSON RISING STAR AWARD: ISIS THORNTON-SAUNDERS HOEVET HOSPITALITY AWARD: BONNY PANCHAL
RETAILER OF THE YEAR: SOUTHERN OREGON SUBARU MEMBER OF THE YEAR: PRITI PATEL NEW MEMBER OF THE YEAR: JOE WALTER
BUSINESS EXCELLENCE- SMALL: NICK ALEXANDER FILMS BUSINESS EXCELLENCE- MEDIUM: DORNER ENTERPRISE INC. BUSINESS EXCELLENCE- LARGE: NIC INDUSTRIES
OUTSTANDING CORPORATE CITIZEN- FOR PROFIT: BBSI
OUTSTANDING CORPORATE CITIZEN- NON- PROFIT: ROGUE RETREAT
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October 2026 | The Chamber Voice
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