20 under 40: Rising to the challenge
This year’s Class of 20 under 40 is filled with people who suffered setbacks and managed to regroup, pull themselves together and rebound into rising stars in the Midlands’ business community.
From overcoming cancer to having their dreams of playing professional sports dashed, these dynamos know adversity. They also know the keys to overcoming it: perseverance, hard work, a positive attitude and, maybe most importantly, leaning on each other.
Each of these young professionals is making a mark on the Midlands, choosing to make a home, raise a family or build a business here. They also all know the importance of helping the community be a better place, from mentoring young children to helping build an emergency shelter for homeless families to helping athletes in the Special Olympics.
Each year, The State honors 20 rising business stars under the age of 40 who are making an impact in their workplaces, their neighborhoods and their professions.
Meet the latest group of young leaders who are on the road to a bright future for themselves —and the Midlands — the 12th annual Class of 20 under 40 honorees.
— Kristy Eppley Rupon
Bios compiled by: Kristy Eppley Rupon
Photographs by: Tim Dominick, Gerry Melendez and Tracy Glantz
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This story was originally published February 23, 2015 at 12:00 AM with the headline "20 under 40: Rising to the challenge."