MBJ 2026 Top 40 Under 40

The Mississippi Business Journal "Top 40 Under 40" awards recognize the young outstanding professionals in the state of Mississippi who are excelling in their fields. These awards recognize leadership, entrepreneurship, and overall career accomplishments. The honorees of these awards are driven by success, motivated by challenges, actively involved in their community, and role models for their peers.

Please help the Mississippi Business Journal identify the Class of 2026 by nominating a rising star!

The winners will be saluted in a special section of the Mississippi Business Journal and they will receive a “Top 40 Under 40” certificate of recognition at our annual awards luncheon. (Date of event soon to be determined.)

To nominate someone you feel is worth of this recognition, please fill out the below form and submit directly on this page. Alternatively, you may submit your nomination in one of the following ways:

1) Email the below information to pam@msbusinessjournal.com.

2) Fax this information to 662-843-3265.

3) Mail to: Mississippi Business Journal, PO Box 117, Cleveland, MS 38732.

Nominations will close April 20, so please do not delay sending in your nominee!

Full Name of Nominee

First NameLast Name

Current Job and Title

Example: John Smith, Director of Marketing

Name of Company

Company Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Nominee's Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Nominee's Email

example@example.com

Nominee's Age

Please provide a brief explanation of why you feel this nominee should be considered for the award, highlighting their achievements and contributions:

Please provide detailed information about the nominee’s career accomplishments, including specific achievements and past accolades/awards:

Please give details about the nominee’s volunteer work and community contributions:

What qualities set this nominee apart from other potential honorees?

"Top 40 Under 40" Class of 2026