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Austin 40 Under 40
Published by Young Men’s Business League (YMBL) of Austin
Prestige 80/100Deadline
2026 Date Passed
Applications closed
Fee
Free
Time to Apply
30–45 min
Winners
May 9, 2026
Overview
Austin Under 40 Awards recognizes young professionals and emerging leaders in the Austin area across 18 categories, with one overall Austinite of the Year chosen from the winners. It is run by the Young Men’s Business League of Austin and culminates in an annual gala; companies and professionals pursue it for visibility, recruiting/branding value, and community prestige.
Award Categories
18 categoriesThis award recognises winners across 18 categories. Apply in the category that best fits your company.
Mentor of the Year
Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations
Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Design
Arts, Music, and Entertainment
Civics, Government, and Public Affairs
Capital, Financial, and Insurance Services
Energy, Sustainability, and Transportation
Food, Events, and Hospitality
Journalism, Media, and Content Creation
Legal
Medicine and Healthcare
Nonprofit Service
People and Operations
Real Estate
Retail, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain
Sports, Wellness, and Fitness
Technology
Youth and Education
Eligibility Requirements
- Nominees are typically under age 40 for professional categories
- Nominees must select an appropriate category and complete the application by the posted deadline
- Mentor of the Year is for over-age-40 mentors with at least one letter of recommendation from a mentee