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Business of the Month Pure Bliss Day Spa January 2024 Pure Bliss Day Spa offers massage therapy services with multiple massage therapists under one roof. Stephanie first started her career with a private practice out of her home when she was 19 years old. She had a dream of just one space with multiple massage therapists working together, while still having the freedom to offer different specialties and making their own schedules. Stephanie’s dream became a reality shortly after her marriage to Garth. They officially started Pure Bliss Day Spa on November 1, 2015. Eight years later, they have grown and grown and are still going strong. They currently have seven active massage therapists, with 5 treatment rooms, including a large couple’s room to offer couples massages. Massages are by appointment only, Monday through Saturday. The staff at Pure Bliss also enjoy participating in various community events where they offer chair massages to the public. Every Christmas Pure Bliss picks some families to sponsor as well as donating numerous gift certificates to raffles and sports organizations throughout the year. Pure Bliss appreciates this recognition and is very honored and proud to be a successful business in the Uintah Basin. The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Business of the Month to Pure Bliss Day Spa.

Business of the Month Vernal Marriott Hotels December 2023 Both Vernal Marriott properties are owned and operated by Stealth Management out of Orlando Florida. Anshu Jain, our owner, is so happy to be a part of this beautiful community and hopes to continue to grow in the Basin as a corporation! At the SpringHill and TownePlace Suites , we welcome you to our place, where every guest and team member feels at home. SpringHill and TownePlace Suites are both refreshingly different kind of upper-moderate all-suite hotel with stylish and inspiring design that enriches our guest's travel. With spacious suites designed to blend how guests work and relax, with warm, thoughtful service and a positive atmosphere. Our guests always feel uplifted and at ease. Our hotels offer an experience that is beyond the ordinary. Our hotels offer relocating families, business guests, and other visitors free hot breakfasts, an indoor pool and a hot tub, and a fully equipped fitness center. Host a meeting, wedding, or event at either property in our indoor event space. At TownePlace, this hotel is equipped with a full kitchen, and all the amenities needed to cook for oneself or your guests. Choose between our one and/or two-bedroom suites. SpringHill provides luxurious, spacious suites with nice, comfortable workspace. A little extra - a lot less ordinary, with stylish surroundings and enhanced offerings. So, no matter your reason for visiting, enjoy your stay with the SpringHill or TownePlace Suites Vernal. Our Vernal Marriott properties offer easy access to the entire Uintah Basin, Dinosaur National Monument, outdoor leisure spaces, and local oil and gas industries. Business and leisure travelers alike love the convenient location of our business or extended stay lodgings here in Vernal. We love being part of this community by sponsoring many events such as the Dinah Soar Balloon Festival, Holly Days, Trees for Charity, the Rock Rally, ATV Jamboree, Freedom Fest, the Dinosaur Round-Up Rodeo, and Uintah Theatre! Thank you to the Chamber and the Public Relations Committee for this wonderful gesture! We appreciate this honor very much! The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Business of the Month to the Vernal Marriott Hotels for their continued support of our community.

Business of the Month November 2023 Dinosaur Inn and Suites Dinosaur Inn & Suites is a locally owned family run business in Vernal. Originally, in 1929, the owners of the property had cabins built so that travelers coming through the area could have a place to stay. Eventually, those cabins were torn down by the owners and the current buildings that sit on the property now were added through the years. After being run by the same family for three generations, the historic property unfortunately closed in 2016. The appeal of bringing this piece of history back to life and sharing all the amazing things there are to do in the area with travelers from all over the world encouraged Cody, who had worked in the oilfield for 17 years and wanted to be able to be home with his family more, to make a career change. Cody and Shalene Bullock, long time Vernal residents, decided to quit their jobs, buy, and reopen the property in October 2017. Shalene’s grandfather had been the head maintenance man for many years

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Rick and Jennifer Bell have lived in Vernal all of their 51 years of marriage. They raised their six children at the base of what is presently termed “U Hill'', but known to longtime residents of the Uintah Basin as Boot Hill. In 1986, the Bells began a commercial hog operation appropriately named Boot Hill Hog Farms. As their children moved away from home on their own ventures, the pigs were sold and the hog farm dissolved. ​ When Rick and Jennifer’s oldest son, Bryan, and his wife, Jessica, graduated from BYU and finished a two-semester internship in Florida at Deseret Land & Livestock, they were provided the opportunity to build a home on the farm. With more children joining the family and the demand for milk increasing, the Bells invested in a Jersey heifer named Daisy. There was a lot of interest from neighbors and friends in any extra milk. It wasn’t long after the surplus of milk that Boot Hill Hog Farms simply became Boot Hill Farms. The Bells became a Utah Certified raw milk dairy and grass-fed beef smallholding. Boot Hill Farms now offers grass-fed lamb, chicken, turkey (seasonally), pork, and eggs alongside the 100%-pastured, raw milk and beef. The gates are always open at Boot Hill Farms, where their mission is to “Bring Healthy Home”. Rick serves on the county Board of Adjustments and the Uintah Animal Control and Special Service District Board of directors. Jennifer works with the Uintah Basin Visual Arts. They support 4-H and the Uintah Basin Junior Livestock show. Bryan is on both the Uintah County Conservation District and the Utah Association of Conservation District boards. Bryan recently purchased Superior Meat Company which will now be called Bell-Mont Meats hopefully to open the end of August. The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Business of the Month to Boot Hill Farms.

Rafael Vargas and his wife Rachel started R & R Oil Field Services, Inc. in March 2014. Rafael has always had a love for working on engines, both big and small. He became well known for his skills working in the oilfield. In 2020, R & R Oilfield Service purchased the L-795 engine line from Arrow Engine, giving them the exclusive rights to all parts associated with this engine. The only OEM supplier and manufacturer in the world. R & R Oilfield Services currently has 10 employees that operate South Texas, North Dakota and Utah. Rafael & Rachel have always had a soft spot in their hearts for the youth of our community. They support many youth activities including 4-H, track, football, baseball and most youth programs. Any youth that comes in looking for a sponsorship they try to support. The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Business of the Month to R & R Oilfield Services for their continues efforts to support and improve our Community.

Little B’s is a bar that now offers a full-service kitchen for patrons of legal age. This location, rich in history, has been a bar since 1929. Originally named the Brown Derby, it was shut down for gambling and then sold. It then reemerged as Kempton’s Pool Hall. In 1953 it was purchased by Bud Hacking who really put this place on the map with his country beer bar aptly named Bud’s Sportsman’s Lounge. Later, he added a Steakhouse. Rebecca named her business Little B’s in ode to her predecessors, and late father, Brent Boren who was nicknamed Mr. “B” or Big “B” by his employees. Rebecca started in the bar industry 23 years ago working for her father’s tenant, Bob Francke at The Gateway Saloon. Rebecca eventually branched out on her own and purchased the old Bud’s building 12 years ago making it the successful business it is today. Mr. Francke elected not to renew his lease at the Gateway Saloon 5 years ago. Rebecca, 4th generation landlady of the Gateway Saloon excitedly decided to own and operate both bars. This year Rebecca and her dedicated staff (which she considers family,) have worked hard to bring back the steak house and honor Bud Hacking’s legacy. It is now open in the same part of the building it was while under Bud’s ownership and I can vouch that the food is very tasty! Rebecca’s spouse, Zach McReynolds has been there every step of the way to support and help Rebecca realize her dreams and making them a reality. Their business philosophy is to give patrons a fun experience and then get them home safely. I can tell you it goes way beyond that. She considers all her long-time patron’s family as well and she goes over and above board to help out anyone in need. Between Little B’s and the Gateway, they are dedicated to supporting the community that they love. They contribute in many ways: Every year they serve free Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. It’s a tradition Rebecca’s father started years ago. Rebecca helped Gary Showalter and a few others start the Vernal City Excitement Association. They throw at least 4-5 fundraisers a year for local folks in need and assist many other local fundraisers. They sponsor Charitable Friends Of Ashley Valley, the Polar Bear Run, the Vernal Oilers, a softball team, and sometimes two teams They sponsor the All Nighter, Rock The Ride For The Kids, and 2 charity golf tournaments annually. They donate to the Uintah County Animal Shelter and other local entities. They’ve brought in some very talented bands for patrons to enjoy over the years like Royal Bliss, The Iron Maidens, Redlands and Feel Never Real. Rebecca especially enjoys hosting amazing local talent. Many bands will play at this year’s 25th Annual Too Broke For Sturgis Run at the Gateway Saloon. They honor and respect all of our Veterans which are granted free admission when they have to charge for an event. Rebecca loves her sweetheart, family, our town, staff and patrons with everything she is. Her warm, loving and giving personality is infectious and that shows in her staff that go out of their way to help those in need and to spread cheer, especially during the holiday seasons. One employee has been with her 16 years, while other loyal staff has been with her as long as 12, 10, and 9 years. The public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Little B’s with the Business of the Month award for their continued commitment to and involvement in our community.

Vernal Brewing Company is a production brewery and gastropub. Vernal Brewing was founded in 2011 with a small homebrew supply store. In 2012, they broke ground and in April of 2013, Vernal Brewing Company was opened for business and currently employs 44 people. They brew 14 brands of craft beer with only the highest quality ingredients. They grow a large garden on the south side of the building which is incorporated in the dining and beer experience. The philosophy of Vernal Brewing Company is to give guests the very best experience they can have, which includes their internal guests (their staff). The goal is to get people to try something new and bring the freshest ingredients to the table and to manufacture high quality craft beers for everyone to enjoy in UT, WY and Montana. Vernal Brewing Co-hosts beer gardens at Vernal’s large festivals in the summer, such as Freedom Festival, JWP River Festival and the Dino “Soar” Days. They support several local charities including Children’s Justice Center and Charitable Friends of Ashley Valley. Vernal Brewing helps regularly with fundraising for local sports teams and events. In addition to other contributions, this year they will be serving the volunteers at the Hotel Haunt. Vernal Brewing Company has won several awards including being voted the People’s Choice in several brew festivals and won Taste of Utah best restaurant. They have been featured on Taste of Utah, Mysteries at the Museum, and our Local V-TV. They have several award-winning beers including the Mama’s Milk Imperial Milk Stout. ​ The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Vernal Brewing Company with the Business of the Month award for their continued commitment to and involvement in our community.

Downtown Auto Group was formed in 2017 as the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM franchised automotive dealership, serving Vernal and the surrounding areas. The company was found on the mission of inviting others to “Experience the Difference” by creating a business that focused on a unique customer experience in the Basin. They have over 20 employees who hold teamwork paramount. The company’s core values are found in the following 4 key areas, with a promise to: Always strive to exceed customer expectations and make their experience, one they will always remember. Be transparent and empower customers with the knowledge and options they need to know when making decisions on what they drive. Seek involvement in supporting local community and charitable events with a focus on giving back. Reward and promote growth to every team member who contributes to this success. Downtown Auto Group loves being a part of the Uintah Basin and giving back to the community in many ways including "Build our Basin" which selects community organizations throughout the year and focuses on each of their needs to help achieve their goals. We appreciate the community support and look forward to being a part of building our basin for many years to come. For their many and continuing contributions to our community, the Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is very pleased to present Downtown Auto Group Business of the Month.

Vernal Theatre: LIVE has produced 30 Season productions, 4 Youth summer productions, 4 benefit concerts, and has been the location for several events including Dry Bar Comedy tours, local dance recitals and pageants, and hosting a quarterly Open Mic Night as well as various classes and workshops for both youth & adults. Vernal Theatre: LIVE believes that the Arts help individuals build better lives as they learn the value of other people and their stories and extend that kindness to themselves, their families and their community. The owners of Vernal Theatre: LIVE and all who participate live in Vernal and the Uintah Basin. We love being able to offer opportunities to people of all ages and experiences at the theatre, whether they are onstage, backstage or in the audience. Vernal Theatre: LIVE is run 100% by volunteers – from producers & directors through the cast & crew. All participants at Vernal Theatre: LIVE are members of our community looking for talent development or a performance outlet and donate their time and skills to making each production. The sacrifices that they and their families make to bring about the success of each production is immense. There is simply no way to describe how incredible the people in this community are. The willingness of “regular people” to give of their time and talents show after show and year after year continues to bless not just Vernal Theatre: LIVE, but all those in the community with whom they come in contact. Our mission is to inspire and create high-quality, family-friendly Arts opportunities that are accessible to everyone. We want any member of the community to feel they could attend a production at Vernal Theatre: LIVE and have a good time – whether they are experienced in theatre or brand new – we want them to feel welcome with us. We love when people come back and tell us about the memories they have of their time at Vernal Theatre: LIVE – whether as part of the onstage/backstage crew or in the audience. The Arts scene is so strong in our corner of the state and we have loved being a small part of creating more opportunities for the performing Arts.  For their outstanding contribution to our community, the Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Business of the Month to Vernal Theatre LIVE.

Caerus Uinta LLC Business of the Month June, 2021 Caerus is a privately held natural gas company with operations primarily in the Uinta Basin in Utah and the Piceance Basin in Colorado. Our vision is to the Rocky Mountain region’s most efficient producer of sustainable, affordable natural gas providing clean energy for the world and jobs for rural America. Caerus was named for the Greek God of Opportunity. Our name signifies our ability to proactively recognize and seize opportunities in the upstream oil and gas sector. From our inception in 2009 to the present day, Caerus has pursued a path of strategic investments leading to our present position in Colorado and Utah with over 7000 producing wells on over 650,000 net acres of leasehold. We employ approximately 280 employees, 76 of which are in Utah. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado with field offices in Vernal, Utah and Parachute, Colorado. At Caerus, we are committed to the vital role the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) plays in every aspect of the day-to-day operation of our assets. We are dedicated stewards of the environment and care deeply about the health and safety of our employees and contractors and those who live and work within the communities in which Caerus operates. Caerus has established best management practices and a proactive leak detection and repair program to proactively manage our environmental footprint and limit emissions of methane and other greenhouse gases from our operations. Caerus prides itself in actively partnering with the communities in which our employees live and work. Caerus supports the Uintah & Duchesne Stock Shows, Farmers Feeding Utah, the Boy Scouts, Special Olympics and other local charities, as well as many causes that directly benefit the Ute Tribe of Uintah & Ouray. Caerus employees picked up trash on 10 miles of Highway 45 and helped prepare and distribute 150 Back to School Backpacks for School Kids. We are pleased to have with us today to accept the Business of the Month award Michael Rynearson from Denver Office. Mr. Rynearson serves as Caerus’ Vice President of Operations. Michael started at Caerus in 2014 and has led its operational team since that time. With over 30 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, Michael is responsible for promoting safety and ensuring strict adherence to regulatory compliance processes and procedures. Michael attained his MBA from Regis University, as well as obtaining a Masters in Engineering and a BS in Engineering from Colorado School of Mines. He is a licensed engineer in the states of Idaho and Colorado, and a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. As an experienced board member, Michael has held positions with the West Slope Colorado Oil & Gas Association and a youth football organization. He has also authored multiple of industry papers. Michael lives in Westminster with his wife Christina. The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is very pleased to present Business of the Month to Caerus Uinta LLC for their long term commitment and continued support to our Community.

Beachin’ Co. was founded in 2016 by Colton and Brooker King. They love traveling to Hawaii and California and the feel of the ocean breeze. They wanted to bring that beach vibe to people who haven’t experienced it before and thus, Beachin’ was born. They quit their jobs, left their new home in Eagle Mountain, UT, sold everything they had, and moved to Vernal, with their new born son, with nothing but big dreams and lots of determination. Beachin’ started in a 12’ octagon building with zero running water. Colton would bring 25, 5 gallon jugs of water down every day that he had to clean and sanitize between each trip. After about 8 months, Jiffy Pawn approached Colton and Brooker and offered to build a building where they could keep up with demand and that had running water :) In 2017, they moved to Manti, UT for a short period of time to assist with the marketing needs of another company. During that time, they purchased the drink place there in town and converted it to Beachin’. Then in 2018, they purchased the soda place in Roosevelt and brought the Beachin’ vibe to there as well. In 2019, Colton and Brooker came back to Vernal to be closer to where things started. In April of 2019, they built out a bakery where they could keep up with the demand of their baked good. “One of our desires at Beachin’ was to provide quality product that are fresh and homemade.” Says Colton. They distribute their cookies and pretzels bites throughout all their locations daily, to ensure product freshness. “Our biggest priority is our guests that visit us each day and our 55 wonderful employees.” Each year Beachin’ gives a $500-$1000 scholarship to 3 different high schools, donates 15,000 - 20,000 free drinks throughout town/organizations as well as brings drinks/cookies to random schools/businesses throughout the week. “We believe everyone deserves a vacation. Our goal is to give every Beachin’ guest a quick get away from life by providing five-star service, along with the best drinks and treats around. We eat and breathe Beachin’ every day. We commit ourselves to growing and making it the bet it can be with our guest and our crew members”. The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is please to present Beachin’ Business of the Month.

Realty One Group-Signature Vernal, formerly ReMax, is one of three offices located in the State of Utah under the #1 fastest growing real estate brand. Realty One Group-Signature continues to grow and holds the number one spot in market share in Uintah County. Realty One Group-Signature believes that real estate always has and will continue to be about the home owner as much as it is about the house. Our philosophy is to treat others the way you want to be treated. Some companies look replace the role of the realtor in a transaction, Realty One Group looks to enhance the role they play in a transaction. Active in the community, they support and participate in many events such as Special Olympics, Trees for Charity, School Carnival, Domestic Violence Awareness, the Food Pantry, Sub for seniors, concession stands at the rodeo and Cards for Kids at Heart. Located at 418 East Main Street in Vernal, Realty One Group-Signature’s 34 employees are a caring and giving group of Real Estate professionals. Their OneCares charity has helped thousands of families across the state of Utah. This is their proudest achievement. They believe “you get by giving”. The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Business of the Month to Realty One Group-Signature Vernal for their continued support and many contributions to our community.