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September 10, 2026

DIXIE CONVENTION CENTER

ELEVATING THE WAY WE DO BUSINESS

2026 RISE St. George Business Summit presented by Black Desert Resort on September 10, 2026.

Join Utah's most influential business leaders for an unforgettable day of innovation, inspiration, and connections that will transform your approach to success. Experience world-class speakers, exclusive networking, and breakthrough strategies at the recently renovated Dixie Convention Center.

This isn't just another conference—it's your catalyst for exponential growth.

2025 TALENT LINEUP (2026 COMING SOON)

  • MICHAEL MERCHANT

    Senior Vice President

    THE ARBINGER INSTITUTE

  • SANDI HENDRY

    CEO

    MINKY COUTURE

  • CHIP CHILDS

    President & CEO

    SKYWEST, INC.

  • ISAAC BARLOW

    Managing Director

    TECH RIDGE

  • BRANDI HONEY

    Director of Community Engagement

    DIXIE TECHNICAL COLLEGE

  • AARON STARKS

    President & CEO

    47G

  • MELINDA PFUNDSTEIN

    Executive Director

    SOUTHERN UTAH UNIVERSITY

  • JUSTIN MOORE

    CEO

    MESQUITE ENTERTAINMENT

  • MATT HEATON

    Founder and CEO

    ELEVATED NETWORKS

  • PATRICK MANNING

    Managing Partner & Developer

    REEF CAPITAL PARTNERS | BDR

  • DANIELLE EDGREN

    Founder & CEO

    Cheesecake Culture

  • DEVEN MACDONALD

    Owner/Operator | Board Chair

    CHICK-FIL-A | UTAH TECH

  • Shawn Christensen St. George Utah

    SHAWN CHRISTENSEN

    President & CEO

    St George Area Chamber of Commerce

2026 REGISTRATION

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2025 AGENDA

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— 2025 EXHIBITORS —

Berries-n-Cream

Planstin Administration

Katering Koncepts

Chick-fil-A

Hunt Electric

Elevated Networks

Dunkin’ Donut's

St. George Exchange Club

Minky Couture

Tuachan Center For The Arts

St. George Children’s Museum

InterMountain Business Lending

Gordon Auctions

Lady Luck Photo Booth

Eagle Gate Title

Altabank

America First Credit Union

Utah Tech University

Tech Ridge

Family Healthcare

Planstin

SelectHealth

Mesquite Entertainment

Black Desert Resort

Cyprus Credit Union

Utah Food Bank

B2 Air Systems

Canyon Media

Gallagher Insurance

Switchpoint Community Resource Center

Crush Grill + Golf

Wittwer Hospitality

Zions Bank

While You’re In Town

St. George Musical Theater

Dinkers Glazed Nuts

BONRUE Bakery

Bonneville Builders

Zion Healthshare