New York 40 Under 40

Overview

New York Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 honors rising business and civic leaders in the New York City area who are under the age of 40 and demonstrating significant professional achievement and community impact. It is produced by the editorial team of the New York Business Journal, part of the American City Business Journals network. Companies and individuals pursue it as a well-recognized regional credibility signal that is editorially selected rather than pay‑to‑play.

Eligibility Requirements

• Nominee must be under 40 years old as of the 2026 publication date (i.e., 39 or younger)
• Nominee must work in the greater New York City metropolitan area
• Self-nominations and third‑party nominations accepted; comprehensive professional and community impact information required in the form