The Roseville Chamber of Commerce honored several local business owners at its annual Installation and Awards Dinner on Jan. 26 at Sun City Roseville.

The chamber also inaugurated new president Jeff Ronten as well as several new board members at the annual event.

Ronten projected a great year for Roseville, with focus on growth and living within the chamber’s means.

Ronten also stressed the importance of staying on top of social media trends, maintaining excellent customer service and continued cooperation and support from the city of Roseville.

Several people were also recognized for their contributions to the business community at the event.

Also that evening, the 2012 Chamber Board of Directors was sworn in, welcoming in six new board members and 11 returning.

Newly Elected Board Members are Pat Brady, Jeff Jones, Natasha Mata, Lisa Stark, Jared Thomas and Frank Trythall.

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2012 Roseville Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner award winners:

Business Person of the Year – Taro Arai, Mikuni Japanese Restaurant

BECOME (Business Education Community Organized to Maximize Education) Business Recognition Award – Panda Express

Edward M. Friedman Community Service Award – Ann Diamondstone, First Northern Bank

Entrepreneur Award – Christee Owens, Icing on the Cupcake

Ambassador of the Year Award – Michelle Davidson, Heald College

Athena Award – Janette Moynier, First Bank