Lake Havasu Chamber Celebrates Local Businesses And Leaders

By Becky Maxedon

With the theme of Yacht Rock, the Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2026 annual meeting at the London Bridge Resort Convention Center Friday evening.

Each year, the Chamber recognizes local businesses and outstanding accomplishments.

The following individuals and businesses were awarded at the event.

Community Enhancement Award: The Shops at Lake Havasu (Jarrett Portz). The award was presented by Andrea Helart on behalf of APX West.

Becky Goldberg presented the Chamber Volunteer of the Year to Theresa Crowell.

Ambassador of the Year: Chrystal Witt/Trinity Henderson, presented by Cassie O’Hara. .

Joelle Dickinson presented the Whelan Leadership Award to Tara McGuigan.

Elevating Havasu Award: RiverScene Magazine, presented by James Gray. To view a video of the RiverScene presentation, visit our Facebook page.

Citizen of the Year: Dan Roddy, presented by Christine Watson-Buntemeyer.

Lake Havasu Chamber of Commerce Celebration of Business Awards 2026 RiverScene Magazine Jillian Danielson Photography

Citizen of the Year award winner Dan Roddy poses with presenter Christine Watson-Buntemeyer. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Kate Deparini presented the Rising Star Award to Jennings “Jenni” Burdick.

Bridge to Business Award was presented to Kaymee Kelly by Anthony Mallinger.

Ethics in Business Award: Our Shabby Shack & Book Exchange, presented by Vanessa Liesen.

Iron Wolf-Randi Zamora presented the Spirit of Hospitality Award to Cha Bones Restaurant.

Pinnacle Award: Tri State Equipment and Sales, pAndrea Foote-Anderson Auto.

Sandy Breece/Andrea Helart presented the CFEL Distinguished Leadership to Mayor Cal Sheehy.

Here are some photos of the event.

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Andrea Helart, CEO of the Lake Havasu Chamber of Commerce, poses for a photo at the 2026 Celebration of Business Awards Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

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The RiverScene Magazine team and Andrea Foote from Anderson Auto and Powersports. Photo Leigh McClintok

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Cassie O’Hara announces the Ambassador of the Year Award to Crystal Witt and Trinity Henderson. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Chrystal Witt and Trinity Henderson accept Ambassadors of the Year awards Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Ethics of Business Award winner Denise Griese poses with presenter Vanessa Lieson Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Anthony Mallinger announces Kaymee Kelly as the winner of Bridge to Business Award. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Andrea Helart hugs Kaymee Kelly Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Presenter Anthony Mallinger poses with Bridge to Business Award winner Kaymee Kelly Friday evening at the Chamber of Commerce Awards. Jillian Danielson/RiveScene

Cameron Moses accepts the Spirit of Hospitality Award Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Spirit of Hospitality Award Winner Cameron Moses poses with presenter Brent Howard Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Kate Deparini announces the Rising Star Award winnerJenni Burdick. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Andrea Helart presents the Rising Star award to Jenni Burdick. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Presenter Kate Deparini and Rising Star award winner Jenni Burdick pose for a photo Friday. Jilian Danielson/RiverScene

Presenter Dr. Sandy Breece , Andrea Helart, and Shawnah Masche announce Cal Sheehy as the winner of the CFEL Distinguished Leadership Award. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Chamber Volunteer of the Year Theresa Crowell poses with presenter Becky Goldberg Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Presenter Andrea Foote poses with Pinnacle Award Winner Tri State Equiptment Friday evening at the Chamber of Commerce awards. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Andrea Helart presents Jim Russell of DSM events on behalf of Steve Ticknor with the Chamber Impact Award Non-Profit Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Andrea Helart presents Jim Russell of DSM events on behalf of Steve Ticknor with the Chamber Impact Award Non-Profit Friday evening. Jillian Danielson/RiverScene

Elevating Havasu award winners RiverScene Magazine staff and presenter James Gray pose for a photo at the 2026 Lake Havasu Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. Photo Leigh McClintock