What Are The Twenty Under 40 Awards?

The Twenty Under 40 Awards program has been a beacon of recognition for exceptional leaders under the age of 40 since its inception in 2007. Orchestrated by the Reno Tahoe Young Professional Network, this initiative celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of young professionals who are making a positive impact on the Reno/Tahoe community. Every year, a select group of 20 dynamic and accomplished individuals are carefully chosen from the nominations received, and their remarkable accomplishments are acknowledged, setting them on a path to inspire even greater positive change.

How Does The Judging Process Work?

Our judging process ensures a fair and thorough evaluation of every nominee. The selection committee is composed of past Reno-Tahoe YPN Board members, Alumni of the Twenty Under 40 Awards, and respected community leaders who bring objectivity and a deep commitment to the integrity of the program. The judges are kept completely anonymous.

Each nomination is carefully reviewed and anonymized to protect the identity of nominees. The committee utilizes a comprehensive scoring rubric to assess and rank all submissions based on professional success, community leadership, and volunteer work. Submissions are solely based on the materials that the nominator and nominee provided to the committee. The collective scoring determines the top 20 and top 40 selections. 

Nomination and Selection Timeline

  • Nomination Deadline: September 5th, 2025
  • Nominee Party: Tuesday, October 21st 2025 — Where: Renaissance Hotel – Downstairs in the Speakeasy area — Time: 5:30–7:30 — Free for Nominees – $10 for guests
  • Awards Ceremony: Friday January 23, 2026 – National Automobile Museum – Top 40 Finalist Attendance Expected
Contact Information & Press Inquiries

For any questions, please feel free to contact our team at execdirector@renotahoeypn.com. We welcome inquiries from the press and media outlets seeking further information about the Twenty Under 40 Awards program and its impact on the community.