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The Forty Under 40 awards recognizes the future leaders of the Lehigh Valley who are under the age of 40. These individuals are not only achieving success in their careers, but giving back in meaningful ways to the Lehigh Valley community.
Nomination Deadline: May 28, 2026
Application Deadline: June 11, 2026
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September 16, 2026
DeSales University Campus Center
2755 Station Ave, Center Valley, PA
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If you have questions about this event, please email [email protected].
What is the nomination process and the steps to take?
Once the online nomination form is completed an automated email will be sent to the individual nominated (the email address entered in the “Nominee Email” field) and a submission receipt will be sent to the email placed in the “Nominator’s Email” field.
In order for the nominee to continue with the process they must fill out the application form by the application deadline listed in the automated email and on the corresponding event landing page.
We also recommend submitting up to three letters of recommendation to https://www.lvb.com/recommendation-letter-form/ by the application deadline to be included in the nominee’s judging packet as supporting materials. This is not a requirement, but an added benefit.
How can I be considered for the Forty Under 40 award?
In order to be considered, candidates:
- Must demonstrate significant professional accomplishment within your category as well as strong civic commitment in our community;
- Must be employed in the Greater Lehigh Valley area (Counties: Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, lower Monroe, Montgomery, Northampton, upper Bucks, or Schuylkill);
- Must be 39 years of age or younger by August 31 of the event year; and
- May be self-nominated or nominated by another person.
While anyone can nominate, we recommend nominations come from a senior leader in the candidate’s organization or another member of the non-profit board the candidate sits on. It is then required that the nominee go through the entire application process, please see above response for more details on that.
Who are the judges and what are they looking for when selecting the Forty Under 40?
A panel of judges consisting of prior year honorees from different professions select the current year Forty Under 40 honorees through a judging process. It is essential that the candidate prove a combination of excelling professionally and making significant contributions in the community. It is helpful to have at least one letter of recommendation from someone that can speak to both of these achievements.
Can I save the nomination or application forms while I’m working on them?
Unfortunately, at this time you cannot, but we’re working to fix that. In the meantime, we suggest either filling out the forms on a separate sheet of paper and/Word Doc first or be prepared to spend some time in the form.
Should I have a letter of recommendation sent?
Past judges have told us that the letter(s) of recommendation is helpful particularly when they are not familiar with the candidate. Up to 3 letters of recommendations can be submitted at https://lvb.com/recommendation-letter-form/ If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Do the honorees have to say something?
Honorees do not speak live during the event, but will be profiled in a multi-media video that will be aired during the event.
If I’m a honoree, do I need to purchase a ticket?
You do not need to purchase a ticket for yourself as an honoree. All other attendees must purchase a ticket. Sponsorship packages are available to purchase for those wanting large groups of tickets and additional benefits.
Can I buy an ad in the publication?
The Forty Under 40 program is supported through sponsorships. The ads you see in the magazine are part of the sponsorship packages. Please email [email protected].
I purchased a ticket but have not received it?
Your ticket into a live event will be your name badge at the registration table. You should receive an email with event information a day or two before the event, but this will not be a ticket.
Contact [email protected] if you have any questions issues. https://www.lvb.com/recommendation-letter-form/
2025 LVB Forty Under 40 Honorees
Samir Ahmad, Amazon/Verizon/Crisis Text Line /2XCoaching
Kendal Janelle Askins, The Da Vinci Science Center
Krista Berardelli, Agentis Plumbing
Lauren Borrell, NAI Summit
Merjan Bubernack, ET&T
Mark Bus, ATAS International Inc.
Mike Butz, Alvin H. Butz
Robert M. Campbell, Gross McGinley, LLP
Daniel Diaz, City of Allentown
Jonathan Ellensworth, Tompkins Community Bank
Amber Frost, Volvo Group – Mack Trucks
Rosette Ghazalian, MSODL, PMP, Westinghouse Electric Company
Stephanie Gochuico Goldman, Tower Health
Breanne Granger, Baumer Wealth Management – Merrill Lynch
Tom Holden, Verdantas
Christie Hurley, ASP Structures LLC
Ameena Ibrahim, Diaspora Law and Law Office of Ameena Ibrahim
Evan Johnson, Stay Calm Industries
Christopher Kaklamanis, The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties
Brittany Keal, Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce
Justin Keiper, Cantelmi Funeral Homes
Stephanie H. Lesavoy, Lehigh Valley Health Network
Caitlin Mest, Barry Isett & Associates
Stephanie Mettler, ASR Media
Matthew Morrow, The Morrow Wargo Group
Kevin Newby, BSI Corporate Benefits
Michael Ottinger, Tyber Medical LLC
Briana Pampuch, Langan Engineering and Environmental Services LLC
Judge Brian J. Panella, Northampton County Court of Common Pleas
Sarah Phillips, Irish Creek Construction
Matthew Puchyr, Bracy Construction Inc.
William Clifford Rambo, Cohen, Feeley, Altemose & Rambo
Kaitlyn E. Schappell, CPA, Herbein + Company Inc.
Nicole Schoenen, AblePay Health
Austin J. Schuler, Capital Blue Cross
Anna Smith, Community Action Development Bethlehem
Doug Snellen, First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union
Yamelisa Jimenez Taveras, Counseling Solutions LV and Unidos Inc.
Taisha K. Tolliver-Duran, King Spry
Brandon Werley, Dave Cantin Group
Click here to view the LVB honoree database of past honorees
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