Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies hosted by the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development are a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business and celebrate your success. We proudly participate in these special events for new businesses, milestone anniversaries (5, 10, 20 years, etc.), new ownership, relocations, renovations/expansions, and groundbreakings.
To ensure a smooth experience, we ask for at least two weeks’ notice when scheduling your event. Ribbon cuttings are held Monday – Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., subject to availability. We will make every effort to accommodate your expectations.
What We Provide
- Large ceremonial scissors and ribbon
- A Chamber representative to officiate your event
- Inclusion in our ribbon-cutting announcements which are shared with local media, elected officials, our Board members, staff, and ribbon-cutting volunteers
- Post-event photos on the Chamber’s Facebook page
- For Chamber members: Your event photo will also be featured in our monthly Chamber newsletter
Tips for a Successful Ribbon Cutting
Spread the word: Promote your event on social media, invite family, friends, vendors, and colleagues.
Personal invitations matter: While we notify local media and elected officials, a direct invitation from you can make a difference.
Create a welcoming atmosphere: Food is great way to get people to participate and mingle. We see everything from light refreshments, finger foods and snacks to catered, hot food, food trucks, etc. Keep it simple…what matters most is introducing people to your business.
Enhance the experience: Consider offering door prizes, giveaways, or special promotions.
Plan your message: Decide who will speak and what key points you’d like to share about your business and its journey.
Most importantly – enjoy it! This is a celebration, and we’re here to support you and help make it a fun, stress-free event!
Please Note: The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development cannot guarantee the number of guests in attendance. Pre-registration with the Chamber is required at least two weeks in advance, and scheduling is subject to availability.
Please complete the Ribbon Cutting Request Form to move forward with scheduling your special event. A team member will contact you once your request has been processed. Event scheduling is contingent upon final approval.
For more information, please contact Jennifer Wagner at 419-522-3211 or jwagner@richlandareachamber.com