4 Under 40 Nomination Form

  • Nomination Form

    Help us recognize The Next Wave of leaders in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Nominate an outstanding young professional to receive a Four Under 40 Award at the 2026 WAVE Gala.

    ESTIMATED COMPLETION TIME: 5-10 MINUTES

     

  • PLEASE READ:

  • Nominees do NOT have to be a WAVE Member or Chamber member to be eligible.

    Eligible applicants include those:

    • 18-39 years old at the time of the awards event (10/21/2026)
    • Living and working in the Brainerd Lakes Area

    Submissions Should Provide Clear Examples:

    When submitting a nomination or application, please ensure that you provide clear, specific examples and definitive supporting evidence that demonstrate how the nominee meets the criteria of:

    • Professional Excellence
    • Leadership
    • Community Involvement
    • Potential for Future Success

    Tips for Nominating:

    We have put together a resource to assist with nominating. Before submitting this form, we encourage you to review our Nomination Tips.

  • APPLICANT

  • Applicant Type*

  • ELIGIBILITY

  • The nominee will be between 18 and 39 years of age at the time of the WAVE Gala on October 21, 2026. The nominee also lives and works in the Brainerd Lakes Area.*

  • Nominees who do not meet the above criteria will not be considered.

  • When is the nominee's birthday?*
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  • Who is being nominated?

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Describe how the nominee meets the award criteria of PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE: Nominees should exhibit excellence in their profession, demonstrating a high level of expertise and accomplishment.

    Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.

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  • Describe how the nominee meets the award criteria of LEADERSHIP: Nominees should demonstrate strong leadership qualities, inspiring and motivating others to achieve success.

    Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.

  • 0/300

  • Describe how the nominee meets the award criteria of COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Nominees should be actively engaged in their community, volunteering their time and talents to support local causes and organizations.

    Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.

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  • Describe how the nominee meets the award criteria of POTENTIAL FOR FUTURE SUCCESS: Nominees should show promise for continued success and leadership in their careers and community.

    Whenever possible, please provide specific examples.

  • 0/300

  • Why do you think this person deserves to be recognized with a Four Under 40 Award?

  • 0/100

  • Who is Submitting the Nomination/Application?

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • You're Almost Done!

    Click the "SUBMIT" button below to complete your nomination for a Four Under 40 Award. Thank you for helping us recognize The Next Wave of leaders in the Brainerd Lakes Area.

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