The Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal presents the opportunity to recognize outstanding young business leaders on the Kitsap Peninsula.

40 individuals will be recognized for the contributions they have made within their fields. These may range from starting a company to launching a new product or doing their job exceedingly well. They have spotted opportunities, sometimes problems and acted vigorously upon them – all before their fortieth birthdays. Nominate deserving individuals for 40 UNDER FORTY class of 2008.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible all of the following requirements must be met. An individual must:

1. Work in the West Sound
   (Kitsap or Mason Counties, or the Gig Harbor side of Pierce)
2. Be under the age of 40
3. Be an outstanding employee, manager, or business owner
4. Be making a notable impact on their business or industry

NOMINATION FORM

You may nominate individuals that meet the eligibility requirements. Your comments will be viewed by the judging committee. In addition the individuals you nominate will be asked to complete an application. Nomination forms:

• Online Nomination Form
• Downloadable PDF Nomination Form

APPLICATION FORM

Enter to be considered for the 40 UNDER FORTY Class of 2008. Submit your application online.

• Online Application Form

RECOGNITION EVENT

The 40 UNDER FORTY will be recognized at an evening event in their honor. Attendees will receive an advanced copy of the program's special publication.

• Date: September 18th
• Location: Tuckers at Gold Mountain
• Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm

This is an opportunity to connect with the business leaders of tomorrow. Display tables may be purchased for this event. Please contact Marica Abrams, at the Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal, 360-876-7900 for more information.

PUBLICATION

A special publication is produced to honor the year's 40 UNDER FORTY, a profile of the top 40 is included.

The Top 40 Award Recipients will also be featured in the Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal.

SPONSORSHIPS

Does your company want to communicate to the business community that it values great young leadership? Contact Marica Abrams at 360-876-7900 to discuss available sponsorship packages for the 40 UNDER FORTY publication and event.

SPONSORS

The 2008 40 Under Forty is sponsored by:

• Countrywide Home Loans
• Betty Skinner Insurance Agency, Inc. - Allstate
• Harrison Medical Center
• Olympic College
• Printing Services
• West Sound Workforce

MORE INFORMATION

Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal
Marcia Abrams, Public Relations
• 360-876-7900