40 Leaders Under Forty is an annual celebration of emerging leaders in Greater Peoria. Through nominations submitted by the community, the region’s rising young stars are honored each year at a prestigious community reception.
2023 Recognition Event
Join leaders from across central Illinois in a celebration of leadership at Peoria Magazine’s 30th Annual 40 Leaders Under Forty recognition event. Awards will be presented to 40 regional leaders in business, government, nonprofits, public affairs, community engagement and more.
- Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 6 pm
- Bradley University Renaissance Coliseum
It’s a great way to support a nominee, catch up with friends, network and enjoy an evening with coworkers and associates. Come meet today’s rising stars whose ideas and energy are moving our communities forward!
Beer and wine are complimentary, a cash bar will be available. Business casual attire.
40 Leaders Under Forty hosted by Bradley University.
Class of 2022
We here at Peoria Magazine are thankful that we can have hope in our collective future, confident that our 40 view this moment in their lives as less a pinnacle than a prelude to more great things to come. Go forth and lead. — Mike Bailey, Editor
Watch the 2022 celebration Event
2022 honorees
Click/tap on individuals below to learn more about them.