The 40 Under Forty Awards, presented by 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 as well as at a well attended awards dinner.

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Nominations

Nominations for 2026 are now open!

Nominations close May 15, 2026

Event Details

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Questions?

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

Previous Event Details

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• 2025 Special Supplement
• 2025 Honorees
• 2024 Event Photos
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• 2024 Special Supplement
• 2023 Special Supplement
• 2022 Special Supplement

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