40 Under Forty Nomination

28th Annual 40 under Forty Awards Celebration

40 under Forty Awards recognizes 40 people under the age of 40 who are civic minded, making a difference in our community through volunteering, and a real mover and shaker. Someone who has achieved success in their careers and gives back in meaningful ways to the CNY Community. We invite you to participate by nominating an outstanding member of the community you feel is deserving of this recognition.

Eligibility: Nominees must be 39 years old or younger as of the awards on November 6, 2025. Nominees must reside and work in one of the 16 counties that the Central New York Business Journal has a readership and a presence.

Neither the nominator nor nominee will be contacted at any time during the selection process. It is imperative that you include all the information you wish to be considered in your nomination. 

Deadline for Nominations is Friday, June 13^th

We do not reach out for additional information.

Only hard copy applications submitted to BizEventz, or online applications will be considered.

If you have questions, please contact Jill Allen, Director of BizEventz at (315) 579-3917 or email jallen@bizeventz.com.

40 Under Forty Nomination Form 2025

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Nominee Information

Nominee Name*

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Company/Organization*

Address*

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Company Phone*

Nominee's Email*

Nominee's Age*

(As Of Nov. 6, 2025)

Nominee's Birthday*

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Supporting Documentation and Material

Please note that Honorees are selected by a judging panel based on information provided with the nomination. Please provide brief answers to the following questions: (supporting documentation may be uploaded)

Civic Leadership - 250 words (What involvement does this person have in their community, what Boards do they sit on, where do they volunteer, etc.)

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Business Accomplishments - 200 words (specific achievements, special projects, business-related affiliations)

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Achievements, Awards, And Special Recognitions

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Comments

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Attach any additional documentation supporting your nomination. Examples include resume, letter(s) of recommendation, articles, etc.

Your Information

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Your Title*

Your Company*

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Thank you for taking the time to submit your nomination for the 28th annual 40 Under FORTY Awards. You will receive a confirmation email that your nomination has been submitted. We appreciate your time and effort on behalf of your nominee and this prestigious award! Hit the SUBMIT button below and your nomination will be complete.

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