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2026 Installation and Business Awards
And the winner is…
The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of the 2025 Business of the Year awards at the Installation & Awards dinner held at Serrano Country Club on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
In addition to swearing in the Chamber’s 2026-27 Board of Director, the presented the following awards:
Home-Based Business of the Year — Michelle Martinez, Ludlow Cleaning Co.
Start-Up Business of the Year — Michelle Watts, Yoga6 EDH
Small Business of the Year — Bianca Wittenberg, FireFighter 1
Young Entrepreneur of the Year — Steve Riley, Taylor Made Construction
Excellence in Business of the Year — Tom Rockenbaugh, Shingle Springs Subaru
In addition, the Chamber presented its first-ever Legacy in Commerce Award to Kevin Nagle, honoring his quiet generosity, bold leadership, and unmatched commitment to creating opportunities and uplifting others in the community.
What happened to the California Welcome Center?
Funding Cut for California Welcome Center– EDH Chamber Steps up with Assist from Town Center.
2026 Chamber Scholarship Applications Now Open
The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer scholarships to graduating seniors who live in El Dorado Hills and who plan to continue their education by attending a university, college, or vocational school. The Chamber awarded five $1,000 scholarships to deserving students in 2025. Applications are now open through February 1, 2026.
The Impact and Value of Chambers of Commerce
The public’s positive perceptions about the impact that chambers of commerce have on the prosperity of their communities is immense, yet not often quantified at scale. In this landmark research, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), in partnership with The Harris Poll, explores U.S. adults’ perceptions of their local chamber of commerce, the role chambers play in their communities and the value of chamber membership to businesses.
Brewfest: New Location. Old-Fashioned Price!
The El Dorado Hills Chamber will host the El Dorado Hills Brewfest presented by Red Hawk Casino + Resort on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at a new location in El Dorado Hills… El Dorado Hills Town Center on the Boulevard! Our Brewfest features 80+ types of beverages, local food trucks, entertainment, and more. General Admission tickets are on sale HERE. If you volunteer to help with the event, you will get a free ticket!
- Brewfest flyer
- Brewfest website: eldoradohillsbrewfest.org
- Sponsorship Opportunities
Chamber Scores More!
The Chamber reached out to Assemblyman Joe Patterson to express concerns about the need for additional liquor licenses for restaurants and dining establishments throughout El Dorado County.
Read the full press release to learn more about how the Chamber is advocating for legislation that supports small businesses and helps drive economic growth in our local community.
El Dorado Hills
El Dorado Hills is one of the most prestigious residential areas in northern California. This welcoming community is situated in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, between the San Francisco Bay area and the scenic Lake Tahoe basin. El Dorado Hills is an unincorporated community of El Dorado County boasting a population of more than 40,000. The El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit membership organization that works with local businesses to improve the region’s economy and business environment; and strives to provide leadership, advocacy and support for our members. Come visit us and see all that El Dorado Hills has to offer!
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