State of the City – January
The Chamber partners with the City of Riverside each year to present the State of the City event. For many consecutive years, the Chamber has hosted over 1,200 attendees as the Mayor reviews the past year's events and accomplishments and sets forth the plans and objectives for the New Year.
Expected Attendance: 1,200
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Riverside Job Fair – February
The Job Fair connects businesses with recent graduates, job seekers, and veterans.
Expected Attendance: 3,000
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Raincross Trophy Dinner – March
This awards banquet and personnel recognition event is hosted and organized by the Chamber’s Military Affairs Council. This dinner hosts military men and women from around the country by recognizing outstanding accomplishments and showing community pride for March Air Reserve base.
Expected Attendance: 250
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Inaugural Celebration – April
Celebrating over 100 years of serving the Riverside region, the Chamber’s Inaugural Celebration is an annual gala event which draws local and regional dignitaries. The new chairman of the board and board of directors are installed and annual awards such as business and citizen of the year are honored.
Expected Attendance: 800
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ATHENA Award Luncheon – May
The mission of ATHENA of Riverside is to open doors of leadership opportunities for women through inspiration, education, cultivation, and mentoring. The ATHENA committee annually honors a woman who furthers that mission at a luncheon that takes place at the Victoria Club. During the program, the committee also awards multiple scholarships to women who are current enrolled at the collegiate level in a local school.
Expected Attendance: 200
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Leadership Commencement – June
Since its inception in 1986, Leadership Riverside has led the way for a better Riverside by empowering decision-makers of local businesses, organizations, schools, and universities with the knowledge to address a wide array of critical issues in the region. Each year the graduating class celebrates the completion of their program and commemorates their journey with a special graduation luncheon and award ceremony honoring a past alumnus who has exhibited outstanding leadership towards Riverside’s progress.
Expected Attendance: 300
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Riverside Business Expo – June
The Riverside Business expo unites the best of every business industry and community organization in the city under on roof, focusing on connecting local businesses with resources, education, and connection opportunities.
Expected Attendance: 250
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Military Affairs Appreciation Picnic – September
The Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee hosts the Annual Military Appreciation Picnic. Volunteers gather to express their appreciation to "TEAM MARCH" and all of our military servicemen, women, and families for the sacrifices they undergo while serving our country. The picnic provides a relaxed atmosphere for military personnel to enjoy great music and great food while spending quality time with their families.
Expected Attendance: 5,000
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Golf Classic – October
The 18-hole tournament is known for bringing together area business and community leaders from various industries to meet potential clients, build community relations, and open the door to new business opportunities. Funds raised through the sale of tee signs, player fees, door prizes, and sponsorships go towards the annual programs that serve the business community and community programs.
Expected Attendance: 200
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Riverside College & Career Fair – October
Part of the Chamber’s mission is to develop a thriving and educated workforce. The Chamber’s Riverside College & Career Fair provides students and their parents one-stop access to hundreds of colleges, universities, businesses, and educational support organizations. Representatives from public and private colleges and universities from around the state and across the country, as well as local businesses and industries, inform students of the diverse career and education paths they can take. Students also attend workshops to learn first-hand from the experts about financial aid, college admissions, job interviews, career technical education, and other essential topics.
Expected Attendance: 6,000
Contact rshbaita@riverside-chamber.com for more information and exhibitor opportunities.