Thank you for your interest in making a nomination for the 2025 Northern Virginia 40 Under 40. The nomination deadline was Friday, January 17, 2025.

For an honoree to be considered, a nomination must have been received by Friday, January 17, 2025, from someone who has worked directly with the individual. You may NOT nominate yourself.

Then the nominee must have completed an application by Wednesday, January 29, 2025.

Criteria for honorees

• Live or work in Northern Virginia (Alexandria City, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Falls Church City, Loudoun County, or Prince William County)
• Under the age of 40 as of April 8, 2025
• Complete nomination and application by the deadlines (listed above)
• Individual demonstrates impact in Northern Virginia through (1) professional and personal achievements, (2) civic engagement, (3) personal story

Leadership Center of Arlington and Leadership Fairfax affiliation is not required.

Any nominations received after 11:59 p.m. ET on Friday, January 17, 2025, will not be considered. Self-nominations are not allowed. Incomplete nominations and applications, as well as applications received before or without a nomination, will also not be considered.

See full details about the Northern Virginia 40 Under 40 program.