Rancho Markets celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades since its founding. The milestone was recognized through a series of community-focused events and employee celebrations.

Rancho Markets was founded on June 20, 2006, by Eli Madrigal, who opened the first store in West Valley City, Utah, with a dream of serving the area’s growing Hispanic community. Over the past 20 years, the company has grown significantly from that single location to now operating 10 stores across Utah, employing hundreds of team members and serving thousands of customers each week.

The company celebrated its 20th anniversary with several special events:

  • Employee Appreciation Day (June 20, 2026): On the exact anniversary date, Rancho Markets held a company-wide Employee Appreciation Day. This event was dedicated to recognizing the “hard work, dedication, and commitment” of its staff, whom the company credits as the “heart” and the reason for its 20 years of growth.

  • SOMOS Foundation Gala (May 14, 2026): As a major donor, Rancho Markets participated in the annual SOMOS Foundation gala. The event supports Latino and Hispanic students in Utah through scholarships and professional development. The company described its involvement as a way to give back to the community that has supported it for “these 20 years”.
  • Pioneer Day Parade (July 24, 2026): Rancho Markets was honored to participate in Utah’s Pioneer Day Parade. The company drew a parallel between the pioneering spirit of the state’s early settlers and its own journey, viewing the parade as an opportunity to thank Utah for allowing it to grow and become “part of the history of this great state” over the last 20 years.

Throughout these celebrations, Rancho Markets consistently emphasized its gratitude to both its employees and the community for their role in its two decades of success.