Heller Jewelers, a family-owned fine jewelry and luxury timepiece retailer at City Center Bishop Ranch, celebrated its 30th anniversary on August 28, 2026, with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted in partnership with the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce. The event, held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., recognized the store's standing as a legacy business and brought together local leaders, elected officials' representatives, and members of the business community.
The ceremony took place in front of the store, where Danielle Cook, President and CEO of the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce, opened the program and introduced Chamber leadership and visiting dignitaries. Terry Koehne, Chairman of the Chamber's Board of Directors, and Peter Niles, representing the Chamber Ambassadors, offered remarks, followed by the presentation of a Chamber plaque commemorating the milestone. Representatives from the offices of Senator Tim Grayson and Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan also attended and spoke, underscoring the occasion's significance to the broader community.
Brandon Heller spoke on behalf of the store, reflecting on the family's three decades of serving San Ramon and the community relationships built along the way. "Thirty years ago, my parents opened our doors with a simple goal: to help celebrate life's special moments through fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. To stand here today, surrounded by the community that made that possible, is something we don't take for granted," he said.
Following the ceremony, guests were invited to join a networking mixer and celebration. The ribbon-cutting kicks off a season of 30th-anniversary programming for Heller Jewelers, including additional community and client events planned for later this year.
The milestone is significant not only for the Heller family but also for the San Ramon community, as small, family-owned businesses are increasingly rare in today's retail landscape. Heller Jewelers' longevity is a testament to its personalized client service and its deep roots in the local area. As the company enters its next decade, it continues to focus on its mission of making lasting memories for life's special moments, offering bridal, fine jewelry, and an authorized selection of luxury watch brands. The event highlighted the importance of such local businesses in fostering community connections and economic vitality, a theme echoed by the attending officials and Chamber representatives.
