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40 Under 40

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Sinead Carr, 26

Staffing agency co-founder undated by pandemic — or making 20 in person cold-calls a day.

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Brie Tulp, 34

A real estate professional's quick trip turned into a new life.

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Stephenie Davis, 37

A friend and mentor pushed a manufacturing CEO to ninja status.

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Matthew Ram, 37

A hotel acquisitions executive leans on experience in a tough market.

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Ashley Dietz, 37

An Australian adventure set the tone for an exec’s fast-moving nonprofit career.

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40 Under 40 class of 2023 are dreamers and doers

The region’s top young entrepreneurs and executives have success in abundance. They also are a resilient bunch, ready to tackle a variety of obstacles.

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Business Observer 40 under 40 nominations now open

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the 40 Under 40 issue.

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Peter Griscom, 33

Van Dyke Acquisitions, principal and operating partner

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‘Be Better’

The 2022 class of 40 under 40 winners chases dreams with vigor and is dedicated to constant improvement.

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Ashley Simonelli, 36

The Simonelli real estate group, founder and broker

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Kevin Lang, 30

Cru Cups, founder and president

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Lauren Baugh, 39

Lee County Bar Association, Executive Director

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Adam Woodard, 37

Delta Financial Group, Managing Partner, chief investment officer

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