On January 23, 2026, our business community gathered for the annual SAIF Agri-Business Banquet, presented by KeyBank, to recognize and celebrate our region and state’s agricultural industry.
This year’s event featured a keynote presentation by State Representative (HD15) and Boshart Trucking Co-owner Shelly Boshart Davis, who shared her story of growing up in the ag industry to becoming a leading advocate for that industry at the Capitol. Her inspiring story was highlighted by the underlying message that we all can make a major impact when we turn our passion into action and get involved in our local communities.
The wonderful evening also included a cocktail reception, live music provided by the Roundhouse Band, and a speech by PGE’s Powering the Future Scholarship Recipient, Levi Schurter (Silverton FFA Chapter).
Thank you to all of our sponsors for making this annual celebration possible!
Title Sponsor: SAIF Corporation
Presenting Sponsor: KeyBank
Powering the Future Sponsor: Portland General Electric
Major Sponsors:
Aldrich CPAs + Advisors, Allied Video Productions, Local Plumbing, Oregon State University Extension and Engagement, Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences, SingerLewak, and Willamette Valley Vineyards
Supporting Sponsors:
Fitzpatrick Painting, Gregory Dean Studio Works, Kuenzi & Company LLC, Oregon Cattlemen’s Association, Oregon State University Extension Service (Marion, Polk, and Yamhill Counties), and Professional Interpreters Inc.
We’d also like to thank Allied Video Productions for producing the event, Willamette Valley Vineyards for providing the wine, Fitzpatrick Painting and Construction for supplying the photo booth, Elizabeth Roop Leavitt of the Roundhouse Band for an incredible rendition of the National Anthem, and the Salem Convention Center for providing the venue and meal!
