40 Leaders Under Forty

Sponsored by InterBusiness Issues magazine, 40 Leaders Under Forty is an annual celebration of young leaders in central Illinois. Through nominations submitted by the community, 40 of the area's top leaders are chosen each year and honored at a prestigious reception at the Hotel Pere Marquette.

The 16th class of 40 Leaders Under Forty was recognized on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. Read more about this year's class of outstanding young leaders!

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Previous Winners

Read about the Class of 2009!
View photos and read about previous 40 Leaders Under Forty recipients.
View a complete list of previous winners.
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Process

A panel of judges carefully reviews the nominations and determines those who most aptly demonstrated successful leadership qualities and accomplishments in the greater Peoria area — those who have made a difference, those who best define the spirit of youthful initiative throughout our community.

40 Leaders are chosen from various fields including: