Latinos 40 under 40™ Criteria

Eligibility Requirements & Rules

  • Candidates must be residents of the New York Metropolitan Area.
  • Candidates must be 39 years of age or less at nomination.

Outstanding: All candidates must have a record of outstanding performance in their fields.

Business and Corporate: Candidates must demonstrate success in entrepreneurship and leadership as high-level executives of their organizations.

Non-profit: Candidates must demonstrate leadership as an executive director or high-level executive in the organization.

Community leaders: Candidates must demonstrate their impact and influence in their community with a success story that inspires others.

Making a difference: Candidates must have made (or seek to make) a difference in their field of endeavor.

Process & Important Dates – 2026

        Chicago – Class of 2025
 
  • February 20:   Deadline to submit a name for the nomination.
  • March 1 : The Selection Committee will meet to select 40 nominees.
  •  April 3: BMO Tower

     San Francisco Bay Area – Class of 2026

  • March 31: Deadline to submit a name for the nomination.
  • April 1: The Selection Committee will gather to select 40 nominees.
  • May 14: Presentation and Networking event.                            

      New York City – Class of 2026

  • March 31: Deadline to submit a name for the nomination.
  • April 20: The Selection Committee will meet to select 40 nominees.
  • June 14:   Presentation and Networking event.  

Requirements

  • All 40 nominees selected are expected to attend the celebratory event.
  • Nominees should provide accurate information to the Negocios Now team and answer any necessary questions.
  • Nominations should go through the Negocios Now website: negociosnow.com/ny40under40
  • High-resolution photo and full bios should be sent to 40under40@negociosnow.com. 

Contact

For questions about nominations or event details, please contact Kelly Yelmene: kyelmene@negociosnow.com

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