WASHINGTON, Utah — The Washington Area Chamber of Commerce will celebrate outstanding business and civic leaders at its annual Rock ’n’ Roll Installation Gala and Community Hall of Fame Awards on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Black Hill Event Center in St. George.
The evening will recognize individuals and organizations whose leadership, service and dedication have made a lasting impact on the community. The celebration will also include the installation of Chamber leadership, bringing together business owners, civic leaders and residents for an evening of recognition and rock ’n’ roll spirit.
“Our community thrives because of people who step up, give back and help others succeed,” said Ed Tracey, CEO of the Washington Area Chamber of Commerce. “This gala gives us the opportunity to honor our business and civic leaders, celebrate their achievements and thank them for making our community a better place to live and work.”
The 2026 award recipients are:
- Educator of the Year: Aubrey Lee, Crimson Cliffs High School
- Student of the Year: Lucas Pierce, Crimson Cliffs High School
- Business of the Year: Desert Sky Daylight
- Nina Heck “Oh My Heck” Networker of the Year: Jon Pratt, Steamroller Business Solutions
- Organization of the Year: Switchpoint
- Marcia Whitney Memorial Award for Volunteer of the Year: Daylin Sellers, State Bank of Southern Utah
- First Responder of the Year: Johnny Heppler, St. George Police Sergeant and Washington County Sheriff-elect
- Heart of Dixie Award: Ralph and Katherine Staheli
- Woman of the Year: Emily Pedersen, Priority First Real Estate Professionals
- La Alianza Award for Significant Contribution to the Latino Community: Desai Madrigal, WIN Home Inspection and founder of SULBA
The Chamber invites the community to join in celebrating these honorees and the contributions that continue to strengthen Southern Utah.
For tickets, sponsorship opportunities or additional information, contact the Washington Area Chamber of Commerce at 435-879-3515 or visit www.washingtonutchamber.com.
| Ed Tracey- CEO | |
 m:e: a:435-879-3515 ed@washareachamber.com Washington Area Chamber, 85 E Telegraph St , Washington, UT 84780 www.washingtonutchamber.com | |
