The 40 Under Forty Awards, presented by Hoffman Auto Group and PeoplesBank, recognize outstanding young professionals throughout Connecticut that are excelling in their industries.

These awards recognize Leadership, Entrepreneur-ism, and Community in their recipients. The honorees of these awards are driven by success, motivated by challenges, are actively involved in the community, and are role models for their peers.

They will be recognized in a special issue of the Hartford Business Journal on August 10 and celebrated at a well attended awards dinner.

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Nominations

Nominations for 2026 are currently closed.
Nominees who make it to the next stage will be notified mid/late June.
Nominations for 2027 will be available in a few months.

Event Details

Tickets are available now!

HBJ 2026 40 Under Forty Awards- Presented by Hoffman Auto Group and PeoplesBank
Date: Thursday September 17, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry St Plantsville, CT 06479
Parking: Complimentary on-site parking available
EVENT AGENDA
5:00-6:15 PM: Dinner Stations and Networking
6:15-7:30 PM: Opening Remarks, Sponsor Recognition, and Awards Presentation
7:30-8:00 PM: Dessert, Networking & Event Adjournment

Honorees: Please contact our Events Manager for ticket or table needs.

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding this event or nominations, please contact our Events Manager, Katie Pelletier.

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