KELOWNA – On December 13, 2024, the Kelowna Chamber opened nominations for the 2025 Top 40 Over 40. Now in its 11th year, the Top 40 Program is again presented by sponsor BDO LLP.
“We are thrilled to continue this program that recognizes the outstanding people in our business community”, says George Greenwood, Kelowna Chamber CEO. “Working with longstanding program sponsor BDO LLP, the Top 40 Program celebrates the accomplishments of those working to further our region. It takes the efforts of many to keep Kelowna at the forefront of business development, and we’re proud to see Kelowna is home to so many exceptional individuals.”
The Top 40 Program recognizes notable leaders in Kelowna who inspire, lead, build, and contribute to the city’s diverse business landscape. Each year the program changes cohorts, with 2025 celebrating the Top 40 Over 40.
Nominations are open December 13, 2024, through February 21, 2025. Applicants are evaluated on their contributions in one of the following areas:
- Business Success & Entrepreneurship
- Innovation
- Social Advocacy
- Environmental Impact / Sustainability
- Government Affairs
- Legal Affairs
- Arts & Cultural Achievement
- First Nations / Indigenous Achievements
- Science & Technology
- Medicine
Honourees will be announced in early April and recognized each week in media (print, radio, and online) until the program wrap in June, when the Kelowna Chamber and BDO LLP host a community celebration.
Complete program details are available on the Kelowna Chamber website, including how to nominate.
George Greenwood is the new CEO of the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce and can be reached at george@kelownachamber.org