March 29, 2024
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Nominations wanted for '40 Under Forty'

OGLESBY — The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Illinois Valley Community College is seeking nominations of individuals under 40 who have made positive contributions to their community or business.

The annual “40 Under Forty” award recognizes leaders, business owners and community volunteers who make the community a better place to live and work. An individual must be nominated by Aug. 30 by a community member; all submissions will be reviewed by a selection committee. Self-nominations are not permitted; individuals can nominate more than one person.

Award recipients will be notified and invited to attend a reception in their honor; 40 Under Forty, now in its fifth year, has recognized more than 160 young professionals.

For rules and a nomination form, visit www.starvedrockstartup.com/40-under-forty/.For information, call SBDC business specialist Gina Czubachowski at 815-224-0526.